Beau Greaves says her landmark victory over world champion Luke Littler has given her fresh belief as she prepares for a packed winter schedule of tournaments.
The 21-year-old from Doncaster shot to wider attention when she beat Littler last month to become the first female player to reach the world youth final. She says that result, and the manner in which she produced it, has helped her confidence.
'When I beat Luke, it did give me a big confidence boost,' Greaves said. 'I suppose I've just lacked confidence over the years, and I've got a little bit of it now.'
Five-time world champion Raymond van Barneveld has suggested that a strong run at the PDC World Championship, which begins next month, could earn her a spot in the eight-player Premier League. Greaves was cautious but positive about the idea.
'I can't imagine I would get the Premier League unless I did obviously have a crazy run but I mean I wouldn't say no,' she said. 'It's maybe a little bit much for me, but you know it'd make it a bit exciting, wouldn't it?'
The Premier League runs from February across 17 consecutive Thursday nights. The top four in the world rankings qualify automatically and four further players
