damWhen Fallon Sherrock made darts history back in 2019, she wasn’t just the “Queen of the Palace” — she was the face of a revolution. Fast-forward to 2025, and the headlines are buzzing again. This time, though, the story isn’t about a 170 checkout or a giant-slaying win. Instead, it’s the shock news that Fallon Sherrock will take a year-long break from darts in 2026 to focus on her health.
Yes, you read that right. The woman who thrives on pressure, who can silence a beer-soaked crowd with a single dart, is pressing pause. In her own words, she “needs to get herself well again.” And fans everywhere are left wondering — is this just a pit stop, or the start of the Queen’s swansong?
To be clear, Fallon isn’t done just yet. She’s determined to finish the 2025 season on a high. With her eyes locked on the Grand Slam of Darts and the PDC World Darts Championship, Sherrock is chasing one last run of fireworks before the curtains close — temporarily, at least. And if her past is any indicator, you’d be a fool to bet against her.
Her competitive spirit is still very much alive. Just look at the 2025 Women’s World Matchplay in Blackpool. Fallon battled tooth-and-nail in the final against Lisa Ashton, only to lose in a heart-stopping 6–5 thriller. Instead of sulking, she used her post-match spotlight to demand bigger, better opportunities for women’s darts: more players, longer matches, higher stakes. That’s Fallon — never just playing for herself, always pushing for the bigger picture.
And let’s not forget the PDC Women’s Series, where she reminded everyone she’s still elite. Beating Beau Greaves in February and absolutely whitewashing Lisa Ashton 5–0 in April, Fallon proved her competitive edge is as sharp as ever. For someone supposedly struggling, she’s still handing out darting lessons.
So, what does this break really mean? On one hand, it’s worrying — the sport’s trailblazer stepping away just as women’s darts is gaining momentum. On the other, it’s tantalizing. Imagine a fully recharged, rejuvenated Fallon Sherrock storming back in 2027. The hype would be off the charts.
For now, fans will have to soak up every dart she throws in the months ahead, knowing they’ll miss her firepower next year. But if darts has taught us anything, it’s that Fallon Sherrock loves a comeback story. And something tells us, the Queen’s reign is far from over.
Musa
