Beau Greaves has expressed her anticipation for a high-stakes encounter with Luke Littler at the upcoming Grand Slam of Darts, confirming she is “excited” to test her skills against the reigning world champion. The two stars have been drawn into the same group alongside Dutch standout Niels Zonneveld, setting the stage for a critical battle where only the top performer from each section will advance to the knockout stages. This grouping places immediate pressure on both players to deliver peak performance from the opening session.
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The match is set to take place during Saturday night’s session, which kicks off at 7pm live on Sky Sports, marking their first meeting since Greaves defeated Littler at the World Youth Championship twelve months ago. While Littler has since ascended to the pinnacle of the sport, Greaves remains undeterred by his current status. The fixture offers a significant benchmark for the young talent, providing a direct comparison of their trajectories since their last competitive clash.
Reflecting on her opponent, Greaves paid high tribute to Littler’s dominance, stating, “I think he’s the best [player in the world] in my eyes, I think he’s fantastic to watch, he’s been amazing, so I always imagine he’s going to play really well.” Her comments underscore the respect she holds for the world champion while signaling her readiness to compete. Fans can follow the full tournament action, including this pivotal group stage clash, as the Grand Slam of Darts begins this Saturday with broadcasts at 1pm and 7pm on Sky Sports.
Source: Sky Sports
