Key Highlights
- The 2025 World Youth Championship final features Beau Greaves and Gian van Veen.
- Gian van Veen aims to retain his title after winning the last two consecutive finals.
- Beau Greaves is set to become the first woman in history to compete in the World Darts Championship main draw.
- The match will be streamed on ITV4 and available for free on ITVX.
Darting into History: World Youth Championship Final Draws Near
The eagerly anticipated 15th edition of the World Youth Championship is set to unfold, with a thrilling final showdown between Beau Greaves and Gian van Veen. This tournament not only offers a £12,000 prize but also provides a stage for aspiring darts players like Greaves to showcase their talent.
Gian van Veen: The Defending Champion
At the age of 23, Gian van Veen is making his third consecutive final appearance. His experience and track record speak volumes; he holds nine Development Tour titles and won the first major televised PDC title at the European Championship in 2025. With a strong reputation as World No. 8 on the PDC Order of Merit, van Veen is well-prepared for this challenge.
Beau Greaves: Breaking Barriers
Beau Greaves, a 21-year-old from the UK, has been making waves throughout 2025. She recently won her first Challenge Tour and Development Tour titles and has secured a place on the PDC Tour for 2026-27. Greaves’ journey to this final is nothing short of remarkable, with her masterful performance against Luke Littler in the semi-final.
Greaves’ path to the final was paved with impressive victories.
She took down Danny Jansen and then overcame a 4-2 deficit against Tyler Thorpe by winning four consecutive legs. Her average north of 99 in this match further solidifies her as a formidable competitor.
The Match-up: A Battle for the Ages
This final will be streamed live on ITV4 and available free via ITVX, ensuring fans can watch this historic event without any barriers. The first to six legs will decide the winner, with no room for slow starts. Both players have shown their ability to deliver big check-outs; Greaves in her semi-final and van Veen throughout his career.
Van Veen’s goal is to become the second player after Dimitri Van den Bergh to win consecutive World Youth Championship titles, while Greaves aims to etch her name into darts history as the first woman in the main draw of the World Darts Championship.
The countdown for this unforgettable final has begun.
The World Youth Championship final is set to take place at Minehead on November 23, 2025, with both players eager to make their mark. Will Greaves upset the odds or will van Veen’s experience prove too much? The answer lies in this thrilling live score update.
The countdown for the final begins now! Stay tuned as the drama unfolds and history is made at the World Youth Championship.