Title: Shattering Expectations: Fallon Sherrock's Darts Journey to Stardom
Bringing her 'A' game to the PDC World Darts Championship for the third time, meet Fallon Sherrock, the 'Queen of the Palace.' Competing against 95 other World Championship candidates, this young, spirited Englishwoman continues to redefine the sport with her relentless determination and innate talent.
Life Beyond Darts
Fallon Sherrock, a darts superstar in the making, isn't all about throwing darts and setting records. When she's not gracing the stage, she works her magic as a hairdresser, lending her expert touch to clients day in and day out. She shares her life with her twin sister, Felicia Blay Sherrock, also a darts player, and her adorable son, Rory, born in 2014.
With her engaging personality, Fallon maintains an active online presence, engaging her following across social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Belief and Perseverance
With a history of showing promise at an early age, Fallon Sherrock quickly rose through the ranks of darts. Until the BDO (British Darts Organization) allowed women to compete alongside men in 2020, she was often hailed as the potential successor to darts legend Trina Gulliver. Winning the WDF Girls World Cup at 17, Sherrock proved her exceptional talent, a testament to her dedication and passion for the game.
Making Headlines
Making history at the 2020 PDC World Darts Championship, Ms. Sherrock became the first woman to beat a man in a world championship, besting Ted Evetts with a 3:2 score. Her incredible victory was followed by another landmark achievement against Austrian Mensur Suljović, earning her a spot in the 2nd round. Despite just falling short in her 3rd round match against Chris Dobey, Fallon's victories paved the way for exciting new opportunities.
Returning in 2021's Nordic Darts Masters, Fallon Sherrock reached the tournament's final, only to succumb to Michael van Gerwen. Upcoming, however, the sky is the limit for this incredible talent.
Showcasing Her Skills
Fallon Sherrock's impressive achievements include:
- PDC World Darts Championship - 3rd round (2020)
- Grand Slam of Darts - Quarter-finals (2021)
- World Series of Darts Finals - Round of 16 (2021)
- Women's World Matchplay - Winner (2022)
- Women's Series - Winner (6 times in 2021, 3 times in 2022)
- Nordic Darts Masters - Final (2021)
- BDO World Trophy - Winner (2018)
- Zuiderduin Masters - Winner (2015)
- WDF Girls World Cup - Winner (2011)
- Girls World Masters - Winner (2012)
Fun Facts
With her love for darts and a competitive spirit, Fallon Sherrock has shown no signs of slowing down. In 2020, she competed in the Celebrity Darts World Championship alongside former FC Bayern striker Luca Toni, the same event where she faced off against darts giants Michael van Gerwen and Peter Wright. In 2023, she returned to the Celebrity Darts World Championship, teaming up with Oliver Pocher.
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