Luke Humphries Supports Beau Greaves Success Following Historic PDC Tour Card Achievement
Luke Humphries, the current world number one in darts, has expressed his strong support for Beau Greaves after her historic achievement. Greaves has made headlines by becoming only the second woman in history to earn a PDC Tour Card through merit. This accomplishment guarantees her a place on the professional circuit starting from the 2026 season.
Historic Achievement
Greaves earned her PDC Tour Card through the PDC Development Tour, finishing among the top two in the rankings after Event 22. Currently, she ranks second, with Cam Crabtree also securing his Tour Card. The first woman to achieve this milestone was Lisa Ashton in 2020.
A Difficult Decision Ahead
While Greaves has successfully obtained her Tour Card, she faces a significant decision. Accepting the card means stepping away from WDF events, including the Women’s World Championship, a title she has won three consecutive times. Greaves has previously declined opportunities to compete at prestigious PDC events, emphasizing her passion for the WDF.
Her sister, Bobbi, hinted on social media that Greaves is likely to accept the Tour Card, stating, “My girl is now officially a tour card holder.”
Humphries’ Confidence in Greaves
Humphries praised Greaves for her remarkable talent and predicted her success. He spoke highly of her performance across the secondary tours this year, stating, “I think she’s an amazing player and she deserves it.” He believes that her transition to the professional circuit could be smooth, suggesting that Greaves may compete without feeling pressure. “I predict that she’ll flourish playing in it,” he added.
Support for Her Choices
Humphries, who has competed against Greaves in the past, emphasized that the decision is ultimately hers. “It’s totally down to her,” he noted, respecting her right to choose between the WDF and PDC events. Regardless of her choice, Humphries remains supportive.
Future Potential
If Greaves decides to take up the Tour Card, Humphries is optimistic about her future in darts. He believes she has the potential to establish herself among the elite within her two-year period. “If she’s relaxed and she’s got no pressure on her shoulders, yes, I believe she’d be top 64 within the two years for sure,” he stated.
A Cautionary Note
Humphries also urged caution, calling on the media to avoid placing undue pressure on Greaves as she embarks on this new journey. “The important thing is that the media don’t put pressure on her,” he emphasized. Giving Greaves space could be crucial for her development as a player.
As Greaves prepares for this important decision, the support from Humphries and the darts community highlights her promising future at the top level of the sport.
