The Bronzed Adonis — 1996 BDO World Champion and one of the most durable professional darts players in the sport's history, still competing at a high level four decades after his professional debut.
Steve Beaton was born in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire on 16 September 1964. He won the BDO World Championship in 1996, defeating Richie Burnett in the final. His longevity in professional darts is remarkable — he continued to qualify for and compete at major events four decades into his career, a testament to the physical resilience that precision sports can offer players who maintain their technique. He is among the most experienced players in the history of the BDO circuit.
BDO World Champion 1996
Beaton has competed professionally in darts for over 40 years — one of the longest careers in any professional sport.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- BDO World Champion 1996
- England international
- One of the longest professional darts careers in history