Noa-Lynn van Leuven announces she has been ‘retired’ by new rules against transgender players

In the high-stakes world of professional darts, where precision, focus, and resilience define every throw, Noa-Lynn van Leuven has carved out a pioneering yet profoundly challenging path. The 29-year-old Dutch star, affectionately known in some circles as “The Duchess,” made headlines once again this week with an emotional announcement that has shaken the sport. In … Read more

Transgender darts player Noa-Lynn van Leuven gives update on being banned from facing women

Noa-Lynn van Leuven, the trailblazing Dutch darts player nicknamed ‘The Duchess’, has shared a candid and uplifting update on how the World Darts Federation’s (WDF) ban on transgender athletes in women’s competitions has reshaped her career—and surprisingly fueled her drive to succeed. At 29, van Leuven made history as the first openly transgender competitor to … Read more