The Shocking Allegations Rocking the PDC World Youth Championship
November 16, 2024 – EXCLUSIVE
The darts world was plunged into turmoil tonight as women’s world number one Beau Greaves dropped a bombshell accusation against her upcoming final opponent, Gian van Veen, claiming the Dutch star impregnated her after a “dubious” one-night stand—and then produced leaked video footage to substantiate her explosive allegations.
The stunning development comes just one week before the pair are scheduled to face each other in the Winmau World Youth Championship final at Minehead Butlins, a match that was supposed to showcase the brightest young talents in the sport.
“I’ve stayed silent for months, but I can’t anymore,” Greaves told reporters in an emotional press conference in Doncaster this evening. “Gian knows what happened that night in Rotterdam. He knows he took advantage of a situation, and now he’s trying to ghost me and the consequences.”
The 20-year-old Doncaster native, visibly distressed but determined, claimed that the encounter occurred three months ago during a European Tour event in the Netherlands. According to Greaves, what began as a friendly drink between competitors escalated into something far more complicated.
“I was vulnerable. I’d just lost a match I should have won, and Gian was there being charming, buying drinks, telling me how much he admired my game,” she alleged. “One thing led to another, and I made a mistake. But it takes two to make a child, and now he’s refusing to even acknowledge it.”
The Video Evidence
In her most dramatic move, Greaves released a brief video clip—timestamped and geolocated to a Rotterdam hotel on the night in question—showing the pair entering a hotel room together. The footage, which appears to be from a hallway security camera, clearly shows van Veen with his arm around a visibly unsteady Greaves as they fumble with a key card.
“I’m not proud of this video existing. I didn’t even know it was being recorded,” Greaves said. “But when I contacted the hotel to ask about their footage after Gian started ignoring my messages, a staff member anonymously provided it to me. I’m releasing it because I need the world to see that I’m not making this up.”
Greaves claims she discovered she was pregnant five weeks ago and immediately contacted van Veen, only to be met with denial and then complete radio silence.
“I’ve sent messages. I’ve called. His management won’t respond. He’s blocked me on everything,” she said. “I’m not asking for money. I’m not trying to ruin his career. I’m asking him to be a man and acknowledge his responsibility. I’m four months pregnant, and I’m facing this alone while he prepares to play darts on television.”
Van Veen’s Camp Responds
Van Veen’s representatives issued a brief statement late tonight:
“Gian van Veen categorically denies any inappropriate conduct regarding Ms. Greaves. The suggestion that he has impregnated her is false and appears to be a calculated attempt to disrupt his preparation for the upcoming World Youth Championship final. Regarding the video footage, we note that entering a hotel with someone does not constitute proof of any subsequent activity. Mr. van Veen will be making no further comment at this time and is focusing entirely on his training for the final.”
The 21-year-old Dutchman, currently ranked among the top young players in the world, has not appeared publicly since the allegations emerged. Sources close to his camp suggest he is “devastated” and “completely blindsided” by the accusations.
Darts Community in Shock
The PDC (Professional Darts Corporation) released a carefully worded statement acknowledging the situation:
“We are aware of serious allegations made by Ms. Greaves regarding Mr. van Veen. As this involves personal matters between two individuals, it would be inappropriate for the PDC to comment substantively at this stage. We take all matters concerning player welfare seriously and will be reaching out to both parties to offer appropriate support. The World Youth Championship final is scheduled to proceed as planned on November 23.”
Former professionals and pundits took to social media in a frenzy of speculation and concern. Five-time world champion Raymond van Barneveld, a Dutch legend, urged caution: “This is a very serious situation. We must respect privacy but also take allegations seriously. My heart goes out to both young players caught in this storm.”
Women’s darts icon Lisa Ashton expressed support for Greaves: “Beau is one of the toughest competitors I know. If she’s speaking out, it’s because she felt she had no other option. The pressure these young players face is immense, and we need to protect them.”
The “Dubious” Nature of the Encounter
Central to Greaves’ allegations is her characterization of the encounter as “dubious.” While she stopped short of using the word “assault,” her language suggested concerns about consent.
“I was not in a state to be making good decisions,” she said carefully. “I had been drinking. Gian knew that. Whether what happened technically counts as consensual under the law, I don’t know. But I know how I felt the next morning, and I know how I’ve felt every day since finding out about the baby.”
Legal experts note that consent given while intoxicated can be legally problematic, though proving such cases is notoriously difficult without clear evidence.
Impact on the Championship Final
The timing could not be more dramatic. The World Youth Championship final, scheduled for November 23 at Minehead Butlins, now carries an almost unbearable weight. The two finalists, once friendly rivals, are now embroiled in a personal war that will play out on live television.
PDC officials are reportedly in emergency meetings to discuss whether the final should proceed as scheduled, with some suggesting a postponement to allow both players space to deal with the personal crisis. Others argue that canceling would unfairly punish van Veen if the allegations prove unfounded.
Greaves was unequivocal about her intentions: “I will be at Minehead. I will play that final. I’ve worked my entire life for moments like this, and I won’t let anyone take that from me—not Gian, not anyone. He’ll have to look me in the eye across that oche, and we’ll see how he handles that.”
Van Veen’s camp has not confirmed whether he will attend, though sources suggest he is determined to defend his title.
Social Media Erupts
The darts community and beyond exploded online as news broke. #BeauGreaves and #GianVanVeen trended worldwide on Twitter within hours, with opinions sharply divided.
Some supporters rallied behind Greaves:
“Beau is a warrior for speaking her truth. The darts establishment protects men too often. Stand with Beau.”
“If the video shows her unsteady and him guiding her, that’s all the evidence I need. Believe women.”
Others urged caution:
“A video of two people entering a hotel room proves absolutely nothing. We need due process.”
“This feels like a desperate attempt to destabilize an opponent before a final. I hope it’s not true because that would be manipulative beyond belief.”
The Dutch media, predictably, has taken a more protective stance toward their native son, with some outlets questioning the authenticity of the leaked footage and suggesting Greaves may have ulterior motives.
What Happens Next?
The coming days will determine whether this remains a personal scandal or escalates into a full-blown legal battle. Greaves has indicated she is prepared to take a paternity test upon the child’s birth, which would scientifically establish van Veen’s involvement.
For now, the darts world holds its breath. Two of the sport’s brightest young stars, once destined for a celebratory showdown, now face each other across a chasm of accusation, denial, and life-altering consequences.
The final itself—if it proceeds—will be unlike any match in darts history. Not just legs and doubles and 180s, but two young people carrying the weight of a deeply personal war into the brightest spotlight their sport can offer.
As one veteran commentator put it: “Whatever happened in Rotterdam, whatever the truth may be, these two kids are about to play a match that will define their lives forever—for reasons that have nothing to do with darts.”
The PDC has announced a press conference for tomorrow morning. This story is developing.
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