Ashton Lisa – The Lancashire Rose
Lisa Ashton, born August 27, 1970, is an English darts rose who’s been slinging arrows like a boss in both the WDF and PDC circuits. With four BDO World Darts Women’s Championships under her belt and over 100 titles. In 2020, she made history by becoming the first woman to snag a PDC Tour Card at Q-School, proving that darts isn’t just a man’s game. Her career reads like a darts soap opera. She’s battled legends like Trina Gulliver, survived six match darts against Anastasia Dobromyslova and even set a record three-dart average of 98.85 in 2016. She’s won titles, lost titles and once missed out on a PDC Tour Card by a single point, ouch. But in 2021, she made history again by becoming the first woman to win a UK Open match since 2005, dropping a 100.3 average like it was no big deal.
Off the oche, Lisa’s a darting mom extraordinaire. Her daughters, Danielle and Lindsey, also play darts and in 2018, the trio entered the PDC World Championship Qualifiers together. Talk about a family that throws together! Though she’s had some tough losses in recent years, Lisa Ashton remains a trailblazer, a legend and proof that women can dominate the dartboard just as hard as the men.
“I’m not coming to just make the numbers up”
Byrne Robyn
Robyn Byrne isn’t your average darts player, she’s been hitting trebles since she was three years old, back when most toddlers were still figuring out how to hold a spoon. This Irish dynamo has dominated the World Darts Federation (WDF) scene, starting with her 2014 Winmau World Masters girls’ title where she whitewashed future star Beau Greaves 4-0. Her trophy haul sparkles with three WDF Europe Cup Youth golds and a senior singles silver medal in 2018, where she bulldozed legends like Deta Hedman before narrowly losing the final. Not just a solo act, she’s bagged team medals too—including a pairs silver at the 2017 WDF World Cup. Sure, there were hiccups (a few first-round exits she’d rather forget), but since 2020 she’s been terrorizing the PDC circuit too, reaching a Women’s Series final against Lisa Ashton.
With her blend of precocious talent and gritty experience, Byrne’s still climbing and the darting world better watch its doubles.
“You know what the prize is at the end, you’re guaranteed something at the end”
De Graaf Aileen
Aileen de Graaf, born April 25, 1990, is a Dutch darting sensation who’s been hitting bullseyes and turning heads in both the WDF and PDC circuits. She picked up a dart in 2007 and by 2010, she was already throwing her way through NBD ranking tournaments like a pro. Since 2012, she’s been a regular on the BDO/WDF circuit, racking up wins and deep runs in tournaments like she’s collecting trophies for fun. Her big break came in 2014 when she qualified for the BDO World Championship. Unfortunately, she ran into the darting juggernaut Lisa Ashton in the first round and got sent packing. But hey, losing to the eventual champion isn’t so bad, it’s like getting knocked out of a race by Usain Bolt.
One thing’s for sure: she’s a fierce competitor who’s always a threat on the oche. Watch out, world, Aileen’s got her eye on the prize!
“I don’t know which titles I won. It’s just. a title. Of course there a lot of good players but yeah I’m a little bit normal about that.“
Dobromyslova Anastasia – from Russia with love
Anastasia Dobromyslova, born September 26, 1984, is a Russian darting powerhouse and three-time BDO Women’s World Champion. Known for her fierce game and her walk-on song, Bring Me to Life by Evanescence, she’s literally bringing life to the oche and occasionally giving her opponents nightmares. Her surname might be a tongue-twister for commentators (seriously, try saying “Dobromyslova” five times fast), but her skills are crystal clear. She started throwing darts at 12 and dominated the Russian National Championship 10 times, mostly because, as she admits, hardly anyone else in Russia was playing. Talk about being a big fish in a small pond! In 2008, she shocked the darting world by ending Trina Gulliver’s seven-year reign as world champion. Not content with just ruling the BDO, she ventured into the male-dominated PDC, becoming only the second woman to play in a men’s world championship. She even beat Vincent Van Der Voort on TV, proving she could hang with the boys.
After a PDC detour, she returned to the BDO, reclaiming her throne in 2012 and 2013. Whether it’s steel-tip or soft-tip darts, Anastasia is a force to be reckoned with and a reminder that darts is a universal language, even if her last name isn’t.
“I think that’s what toughened me up, because I’ve always had to be amongst the boys. Being a girl I have had to fight for my spot.”
Greaves Beau – Beau ‘n Arrow
Beau Greaves, born in Doncaster on January 9, 2004, is an English darts player who’s basically the darting equivalent of a teenage prodigy—like Mozart, but with tungsten instead of a piano. Representing the World Darts Federation (WDF), Greaves made history on April 10, 2022, by winning the first-ever WDF World Darts Championship. And she didn’t just win—she absolutely demolished her fellow countrywoman Kirsty Hutchinson 4-0 in sets, because apparently, mercy is not in her vocabulary. At just 18 years old, Greaves became the youngest women’s world darts champion ever, proving that age is just a number and that she’s got the skills to pay the bills. Oh and as if that wasn’t impressive enough, she also threw the highest average ever recorded in a women’s final (92.02), because why settle for being a champion when you can also be a record-breaker?
So here’s to Beau Greaves, the teenage sensation who’s taking the darting world by storm. Whether she’s smashing records, winning titles, or just being an absolute boss on the oche, one thing’s for sure: this girl is going places. Watch out, world, Beau’s here and she’s just getting started!
“It’s about winning, not playing well.”
Gulliver Trina – Golden Girl
Catrina Elizabeth Gulliver MBE, aka the “Golden Girl” of darts (born November 30, 1969), is a dart-throwing legend who’s won the Women’s World Professional Darts Championship a whopping 10 times. That’s right, 10! She’s basically the Beyoncé of the BDO (British Darts Organisation). Born in Leamington Spa to pub-owning parents, Trina started chucking darts at the age of two in her folks’ pub. By the time most kids were mastering crayons, she was already aiming for bullseyes. Before becoming a darts superstar, Trina trained as a carpenter. Yes, she could build your shelves and destroy you in a game of darts. She even taught carpentry at college, proving she’s not just a one-trick pony (or a one-dart wonder). From 2001 to 2007, Trina was undefeated in the BDO Women’s World Championship. That’s six years of dominance, folks! Her reign finally ended in 2008, but she bounced back in 2010 to reclaim her throne. She’s also got the top three highest three-dart averages in women’s darts history, all over 90. Basically, she’s a human dart calculator. Trina hasn’t been shy about calling out the prize money disparity in darts. In 2008, the women’s champion got £6,000, while the men’s champ pocketed £95,000. She’s like, “Hey, my darts are just as sharp!” Despite her complaints, she skipped the PDC Women’s World Championship in 2010, which offered more cash. Maybe she was too busy building a bookshelf.
Off the oche, Trina’s had her share of ups and downs. She battled alcoholism, came out as gay and even became the custodian of the World Championship trophy in 2023 (because who else would you trust with it?). She’s also written an autobiography, because of course, the “Golden Girl” has stories to tell. In short, Trina Gulliver is a darts icon, a carpenter, a trailblazer and a survivor. And she’s still hitting bullseyes like it’s nobody’s business.
“I think spectators and fans are very important. Darts players would be nowhere without them.”
Hedman Deta – Heart of Darts
Meet Deta Hedman, the legendary “Heart of Darts” from Kingston, born November 14, 1959. This darting icon has done it all, winning the World Masters, the WDF World Cup and even the European Grand Masters. She’s also competed in four different world championships (BDO, PDC, WDF and WDF World Cup), because why settle for one when you can dominate them all? Hedman’s career is a mix of triumphs and comebacks. She took a break from darts to focus on her day job (yawn) but returned in 2009 to reclaim her throne, quickly climbing back to the top of the rankings. She’s won titles, lost finals and even pulled off epic comebacks, like her 2023 Open Antwerpen win after being down 1-4. Talk about clutch!
Whether she’s battling on the oche or inspiring the next generation, Deta Hedman is a true darting legend. Bow down to the Queen of Comebacks!
“I’m not here to please you. I’m here to play a game that I enjoy.”
Hyde Lorraine – Hydie
Meet Lorraine Hyde, Scotland’s darting dynamo, born December 11, 1989. This lass has been slinging arrows since she was 15 and she’s been causing a stir ever since. With five WDF titles under her belt, including the 2021 British Classic and the 2025 Scottish Open, Hyde’s proven she’s a force to be reckoned with. Her career’s had its ups and downs, like reaching the semis of the 2007 Winmau World Girls Masters (only to lose to Kimberley Lewis) and making the last 16 at the 2023 WDF World Championship. She’s also been a key player for Scotland, helping the team snag bronze at the 2018 WDF Europe Cup. Hyde’s had her share of near-misses, like losing to Deta Hedman in the 2021 Isle of Man Open semis, but she keeps bouncing back.
Whether she’s battling on the oche or repping Scotland, Lorraine Hyde is a darting star with plenty more to give. Go on, Lorrainen keep those darts flying!
“Sometimes the worst place you can be, is in your own head.”
Hutchinson Kirsty
Kirsty Hutchinson, born April 6, 1991, is an English darts dynamo who’s been slinging arrows in the World Darts Federation (WDF). She’s proof that darts isn’t just about hitting the board, it’s about surviving the drama of the oche. In October 2019, Kirsty punched her ticket to the 2020 BDO World Darts Championship via the Playoff Qualifiers, only to be knocked out in the first round by Aileen De Graaf. Tough break, but hey, at least she made it to the big stage! Fast forward to the Women’s World Championships, where Kirsty went on a rampage, taking down Jo Clements, Priscilla Steenbergen and Rhian O’Sullivan like a darts-playing ninja. But her Cinderella story hit a snag in the final when she faced Beau Greaves. Kirsty managed to snag just one leg in the entire match, checking out a double 2 like a boss, but ultimately lost 0-4. Still, making it to the final is no small feat, unless you’re comparing it to the size of a double bullseye.
Kirsty’s journey is a reminder that in darts, sometimes you’re the hammer and sometimes you’re the nail. But hey, at least she’s got a great story to tell over a pint!
“My physical health is absolutely torturing my game! I’ve no strength, my body is weak and I’m devastated to say I can’t let my darts go!”
Lück Stefanie – Lucky Luck
Stefanie “Lucky Luck” Lück, Germany’s dart queen who almost conquered the world (but mostly Germany). For years, Stefanie Lück wasn’t just the most talented woman in German darts, she was a global sensation. The Dietzenbach dynamite made waves, even if the BDO never let her play in a TV major. Her big break came at the 2009 PDC German Darts Championship, where she won a match, then casually strolled through a few Pro Tour events, even reaching the last 64. From there, she dominated the German darts scene like a boss, collecting ranking titles like they were Pokémon cards. At one point, she won six out of seven consecutive events (2009-2010), basically telling her competition, “Nein, danke, these trophies are mine.” She even took a shot at the PDC Women’s World Championship but lost to Sabrina Spörle. 2010 was her golden year, she scooped up the German Gold Cup, became German Darts Champion and nearly won the Belgium Open. But her real flex? Snatching the EDC Spring Cup title while surrounded by three Dutch players (take that, Netherlands!). Soon after, Unicorn signed her, making her the first German woman to earn that honor. She shifted focus to international events, reaching the last 32 on the Development Tour and even making the World Masters’ last 16 (before Trina Gulliver ended her dreams). She tried her luck at the PDC Q-School in 2012, but she still managed deep runs in the German Open and Antwerp Open. In 2014, she was one win away from qualifying for the European Darts Trophy but lost to Jyhan Artut. Still, she became German Champion (again) and later reached the WDF World Cup’s last 16 in 2015. After a brief DDV hiatus (every queen needs a break), she returned to win the 2017 German Masters. 2018 brought a brutal PDC World Championship qualifier exit, but she bounced back with three straight DDV titles (because why not?). Even in 2019, she kept winning and reached the World Masters’ last 16 (before Vicky Pruim ruined the party).
In 2022, she won yet another German Masters title (because apparently, she’s immortal). So, if you ever doubt Stefanie Lück’s legacy, just remember: Germany’s dart queen never stops winning (except when she does, but let’s ignore those parts).
“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”
Milkowski Sarah – Sapphire
Sarah Milkowski, born on February 7, 1992, in Düsseldorf, is Germany’s dart-throwing queen and social media sensation. She started her career playing in local leagues and quickly made a name for herself, becoming one of only two German women to compete in the first-ever PDC Women’s Series. While she hasn’t quite hit the bullseye of a major title yet, she’s made it to the last 32 twice, proof that she’s got the skills to pay the bills (or at least buy a few rounds at the pub). In 2020, Sarah swapped her darts for a microphone and joined DAZN as a commentator for the Grand Slam of Darts, proving she’s just as sharp with words as she is with arrows. She’s also a regular at exhibition matches in England, where she shows off her skills and charm. That same year, she finished 33rd in the PDC Women’s Series rankings, solid, but you know she’s aiming higher. In 2023, Sarah made her Dutch Open debut and even won a match, because why not?
Off the oche, she’s Germany’s top darts influencer with over 80,000 Instagram followers. She’s basically the Kim Kardashian of darts, but with better aim. Alongside her husband, she also organizes dart tournaments, because apparently, she doesn’t have enough on her plate.
“Real success in darts isn’t just about winning; it’s about having the strength to bounce back from missed shots and coming back with even better focus.”
O’Sullivan Rhian – The Welsh Warrior
Rhian O’Sullivan (née Edwards), born in Swansea on January 20, 1981, is a Welsh darts player who’s been slinging arrows for the WDF like a boss. In 2009, she made it to the quarterfinals of the Women’s Winmau World Masters and by 2010, she had qualified for her first BDO World Professional Darts Championship. That year, she stormed through the competition, beating Julie Gore 2-0 in the quarterfinals and Karen Lawman 2-0 in the semifinals. But alas, in the final, she ran into the legendary Trina Gulliver, who handed her a 2-0 defeat. Undeterred, Rhian came back in 2011 and reached the final again, defeating Gore (again) and Deta Hedman along the way. But guess who was waiting for her in the final? Yep, Trina Gulliver, who once again dashed her dreams with another 2-0 win. Talk about bad luck—it’s like running into the same brick wall twice! In 2012, Rhian’s World Championship journey ended in the quarterfinals, where she lost 2-1 to the top-seeded Deta Hedman. But hey, at least she kept things interesting, right? Fast forward to 2025 and Rhian finally got her moment of glory by winning the Dutch Open. In the final, she defeated Lerena Rietbergen, proving that persistence pays off, even if it takes a few years (or a decade) to get there.
So here’s to Rhian O’Sullivan, the Welsh warrior of the oche. Whether she’s battling legends, breaking through barriers, or finally claiming that well-deserved title, one thing’s for sure: Rhian’s got heart, grit and a whole lot of darting talent. Keep throwing those arrows, Rhian, you’re a true champion!
“I just tried to gain on my experience and play like I can and it happened so I started off well and gained on that.”
Regnaud Nicole – Renegade
Women’s darts has undergone a massive transformation in recent years, with young players rising to the spotlight and Nicole Regnaud is one of the names set to become the face of the sport. Currently fifth in the WDF rankings, Regnaud humbly admits she doesn’t quite feel like part of the elite yet. But with 17 ranking titles in New Zealand and Australia since 2021 (six last year alone), she’s clearly doing something right. Her run to the quarterfinals at the Lakeside Women’s World Championship proves she’s a force to be reckoned with. Regnaud credits her rapid improvement to playing against men on the DPNZ Tour, where she faces off against New Zealand’s best.
While pioneers like Fallon Sherrock, Deta Hedman and Lisa AshtonLisa Ashton continue to inspire, it’s players like Regnaud who are leading darts into a bold new era. Watch out, world, Nicole’s on the rise!
“Playing against those big names and seeing the talent the men have is huge. I love shocking them because they never know what to expect. It’s an investment in myself to push harder, find those tough matches and improve my darts. The men don’t give you chances, so there’s no room for error and that’s helped my game.”
Sherrock Fallon – Queen of the Palace
Fallon Suzanne Michelle Sherrock MBE, born in Milton Keynes on July 2, 1994, is an English darts player who’s basically the Beyoncé of the oche, queen of the stage, slayer of stereotypes and all-around darting icon. She first burst onto the scene at the 2014 World Professional Darts Championship, where she made it to the quarterfinals and promptly announced, “Hello world, I’m here to stay!” Hailing from a family where darts is practically a religion (seriously, it’s like the Sherrocks have tungsten running through their veins), Fallon lives with her parents in Milton Keynes. And let’s not forget her twin sister, Felicia Blay Sherrock, with whom she won the WDF Europe Youth Cup Pairs in 2011. That’s right—double the Sherrock, double the trouble. But Fallon isn’t just a darting talent, she’s a trailblazer.
With her fearless play, infectious smile and ability to make history (hello, first woman to win a match at the PDC World Championship!), she’s become a fan favorite and a symbol of breaking barriers. Whether she’s hitting 180s or just being an absolute legend, one thing’s for sure: Fallon Sherrock is the darting superstar we all needed and she’s just getting started. Watch out, world, the Queen of the Oche is here to stay!
“Women can prove themselves, we can beat men, we just need more opportunities.”
Suzuki Mikuru – Miracle
Meet Mikuru Suzuki, Japan’s darting superstar from Kagawa, born February 5, 1982. Known for her killer skills in both soft-tip and steel-tip darts, Suzuki made history in 2019 by becoming the first Japanese player to win the BDO World Darts Championship, as a debutant, no less! She defended her title in 2020, proving she’s not just a one-hit wonder. Suzuki’s trophy cabinet also includes the Dutch Open, the WDF World Cup (both singles and pairs) and a walk-on song that’s impossible to forget: Baby Shark. Yep, she’s got the skills and the quirks. Despite narrowly missing out on a PDC Tour Card in 2020, Suzuki’s not giving up.
She’s even considering moving to the UK to chase her darting dreams. Watch out, world, this Japanese shark is ready to bite!
“The great thing about darts is that it’s gender-free, it’s gender-neutral.”