Teen sensation Beau Greaves ready for World Championship bow

Beau Greaves is ready to show the world she is even better than people already think as she prepares for her appearance at the World Darts Championship next week.

The teenage sensation earned her place in the showpiece tournament at the Alexandra Palace after she won eight tournaments in a row on the PDC Women's Series.

The 18-year-old from Doncaster has extended her winning streak to an incredible 52 games since then and several of the top male players, including defending champion Peter Wright, have said they do not want to face her, with Ireland's Willie O'Connor first in the firing line in next Friday's first round.

While Greaves, whose career was hit with dartitis in recent years, says she has new heights to reach, she views her appearance and the famous venue as a bonus.

"I never thought of it as a dream, I was more for just playing the ladies darts and I was content with that," she said. "It sort of happened, I didn't plan it or expect it.

"My mindset hasn't changed at all, I am just so happy just to play anywhere, I enjoy playing.

"I am trying not to think about it too much, I don't want to overthink it and end up dreading it. I am not one to normally look forward to that sort of stuff but I know I will have a lot of support.

"For me it was just a bonus and I am over the moon to get the chance.

"I know the crowd could be on my side, I am not too bothered about causing shocks, as long as I want to be up there and I enjoy being up there than that is just enough for me.

"I am still coming back this year, I have had such a good year and the Ally Pally was a bonus for me and in my mind that is just what it is.

"I feel like I shouldn't be there almost. It doesn't matter if I don't win, I can say I have played there. I am just