Before she became the “Queen of the Palace,” Fallon Sherrock was trimming hair and sweeping floors—not trophies. Yes, believe it or not, the woman who shattered darts history in 2019 was once a humble hairdresser from Milton Keynes. But don’t let the blow dryers and bobby pins fool you—this queen was always destined for the big stage, and her journey from salon stylist to global darts icon is the ultimate underdog tale.
Sherrock started playing darts at the age of 17, following in the footsteps of her twin sister, Felicia, who also dabbled in the sport. But it wasn’t long before Fallon was hitting the treble 20 with machine-like precision. Despite juggling motherhood (she gave birth to her son Rory in 2014) and a job on the salon floor, Fallon found time to rise through the ranks of the British Darts Organisation (BDO). And rise she did.
In 2015, she reached the final of the BDO Women’s World Championship—an early taste of the limelight. But it was only in 2019, after earning a spot at the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) World Championship, that she made headlines around the world. Two victories—against Ted Evetts and world No. 11 Mensur Suljović—instantly turned her into a household name. Fallon Sherrock wasn’t just beating men at their own game; she was rewriting the rules altogether.
What makes Fallon’s journey so inspiring isn’t just her wins, but her hustle. She didn’t come from privilege. She didn’t have corporate sponsorships or a training team when she started. She had a dartboard, a ton of heart, and the nerve to stand toe-to-toe with the best. Her ability to balance motherhood, part-time work, and a relentless pursuit of darts greatness made her relatable and admirable to fans worldwide.
Her story became a lightning rod for women in sports—especially in male-dominated arenas. Suddenly, darts wasn’t just for the blokes down at the pub. It was for anyone with the courage to aim high and double out under pressure.
From trimming split ends to splitting treble 20s, Fallon Sherrock’s journey is the kind of fairytale sports story we all love—but with a modern, empowered twist. And if her past is anything to go by, the Queen of the Palace is far from done ruling the oche. ✂️🎯👑
