If you thought Fallon Sherrock’s darts journey was filled with drama already, buckle up—because the “Queen of the Palace” just dropped a bombshell that’s left fans speechless. In a candid revelation, Sherrock has announced she will be taking a sabbatical throughout 2026 to focus on her health and well-being. For a woman whose arrows have shaken up Ally Pally, this pause feels like someone just pulled the plug mid-match.
Sherrock, who made history by becoming the first woman to beat a man at the PDC World Championship, has never been one to shy away from the spotlight. But behind the cheers, flashing cameras, and headlines that labelled her the sport’s biggest trailblazer, whispers about her health struggles have grown louder. Now, the Queen herself has confirmed what many suspected—her body needs a time-out, even if her ambition doesn’t.
Naturally, fans are in meltdown mode. Is this a temporary pitstop or a slow goodbye to the Ally Pally stage that made her a global icon? Social media is already ablaze with theories. Some say she’s plotting a reinvention—maybe a reality show, a memoir, or even punditry in the Sky Sports booth. Others fear this sabbatical might become the darting equivalent of an endless “see you soon” that drags on forever.
And then there’s the million-pound question: what does this mean for women’s darts? With Beau Greaves steamrolling titles and Lisa Ashton still steady as ever, Sherrock’s absence could tilt the balance dramatically. Fans who once tuned in just to watch Fallon’s fearless swagger might find themselves questioning the future of the women’s game.
But let’s not bury the dartboard just yet. Sherrock insists this isn’t retirement—it’s regrouping. And if history tells us anything, Fallon has a knack for turning setbacks into storylines. Remember when she faced online trolls after her initial rise, only to silence them with more wins? Or when critics doubted her staying power, but she stormed back with Women’s Series titles? This sabbatical might just be her biggest power move yet.
Still, you have to wonder: when Fallon finally returns, will she reclaim her crown—or discover the palace has a new queen waiting on the throne?
One thing’s for sure: darts without Fallon Sherrock will feel a little less electric. But maybe, just maybe, absence will make the Ally Pally heart grow fonder.
