Rhian O’Sullivan is a talented Welsh professional darts player, known for her competitive spirit and skill in both the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) and World Darts Federation (WDF) events. With a career that has seen her make significant strides in women’s darts, O’Sullivan has established herself as a formidable competitor on the international stage. Her journey in the sport began to gain prominence in 2011, when she reached the World Championship final, overcoming notable opponents like Gore and Deta Hedman before facing off against Trina Gulliver for the title.
O’Sullivan’s 2011 final appearance marked a pivotal moment in her career, although she was ultimately defeated by Gulliver for the second consecutive year. The following year, she faced a challenging first-round exit at the World Championship against Hedman, who would go on to be the runner-up. Despite this setback, O’Sullivan made her mark by achieving the highest checkout in women’s world finals history with an impressive 155, a record that was later surpassed in 2014.
In 2023, O’Sullivan continued to showcase her prowess by qualifying for the Women’s World Matchplay for the first time. Although she was narrowly defeated in the quarter-finals by Robyn Byrne, her presence in the tournament underscored her growth and determination within the sport.
O’Sullivan has also represented Wales with distinction, earning a silver medal in the Women’s pairs at the 2024 WDF Europe Cup and a bronze medal in the Women’s singles in 2022. As she continues to compete at the highest levels, Rhian O’Sullivan remains a prominent figure in women’s darts, inspiring the next generation of players.