They call her the “Queen of the Palace” for a reason. But now, with trembling voice and heavy heart, trailblazing darts star Fallon Sherrock has left the darting world wondering: Has she quit for good?
In a deeply emotional statement made in mid‐2025, Sherrock revealed that her body is forcing her hand. Health issues have been building in the background — kidney disease, persistent fatigue, declining stamina — and after years of pushing through, she’s now taking an extended break from competition.
So, is it over? The short answer: No — not permanently. But it is a crossroads.
What she said
Sherrock announced that she will scale back her full schedule by the end of the 2025 season. She intends to compete in major events like the World Championship and Grand Slam one last time this year, before pausing.
In her own words:
“I need to get myself well again.”
“All I want to do is practice at home for a couple of hours a day, and I can’t do that at the moment.”
She admitted it hurts — it hurts because she loves the sport. It hurts because she wants to give her best, but her body is demanding otherwise.
What this isn’t
Despite headlines hinting at a full retirement, Sherrock has clarified that she’s not quitting darts forever. In a more recent interview she stressed that while recovery time is needed, she is not shutting the door on her professional career. She also emphasised the media may have blown up phrases like “if I have to take a year off” into something graver than intended.
Why the break
The driving force behind this dramatic decision is her health. Sherrock has been battling kidney issues intermittently for years, which impact her energy levels and ability to practice consistently. These problems began before, but have intensified in recent months. Her statement suggests that she has at times withdrawn from exhibitions because she lacks the stamina to compete to her own standard.
What’s next
For now, expect Sherrock to participate selectively in the remainder of 2025, aiming to go out on a high if the break is real. Whether she returns full time remains to be seen — but the intention is there: heal, reset, then come back stronger.
So has she quit? Not yet. But she’s stepping back, at least temporarily — and doing so on her own terms. If there’s one thing fans of Fallon Sherrock know, it’s that her story isn’t over.
