Fallon Sherrock Clears Up Health Misunderstanding: “It’s a False Alarm”
Fallon Sherrock, the trailblazing PDC darts star affectionately known as the “Queen of the Palace” for her historic 2019/20 World Championship run at Alexandra Palace, has addressed confusion over her health, firmly denying rumors of a full-year break from the sport in 2026. In an exclusive interview with Darts World Magazine on September 4, 2025, the 31-year-old clarified that a previous comment about potentially taking time off due to health concerns was misinterpreted and “blown out of proportion,” emphasizing she’ll only miss a single-floor tournament and a few exhibitions for recovery.
The False Alarm: Misquoted Health Update
Sherrock’s clarification came after a June 2025 interview where she discussed ongoing kidney issues stemming from post-childbirth complications in 2014, which have limited her participation and led to speculation of a major hiatus. She had mentioned the possibility of a year off “if” needed for treatment, but media outlets amplified it into a definitive break, causing fan concern amid her reduced schedule (e.g., first-round exits at recent World Championships). “In a previous interview, I did say that it was a case of ‘IF’ I had to take a year off, and it got blown out of proportion,” Sherrock explained during a PDC media day in Milton Keynes, just days after competing in the Women’s Series at Arena MK. The procedure is routine, with recovery limited to short absences, allowing her to continue playing.
Sherrock, who made history as the first woman to win matches at the PDC World Championship (defeating Ted Evetts and Mensur Suljović in 2019/20), remains second in the Women’s Series Order of Merit after strong recent finishes. She’s eyeing a potential return to Ally Pally for the 2025/26 Worlds, where she’s qualified five times.
Sherrock’s Resilience: Fighting Through Challenges
Despite the health hurdles, Sherrock has stayed active, winning her 19th Women’s Series title in October 2024 and reaching the 2022 Women’s World Matchplay final. She’s navigated online hate and physical limitations with determination, stating in past interviews: “I’m determined to keep fighting.” The clarification reassures fans that the “Queen of the Palace”—earned for her Alexandra Palace heroics—will continue breaking barriers, potentially qualifying for more mixed-gender majors.
Fan and Media Response
Social media reactions to Sherrock’s update were overwhelmingly positive, with #QueenOfThePalace trending on X: “Relieved it’s a false alarm—Fallon’s a warrior!” (multiple posts with thousands of likes). Darts World Magazine’s YouTube segment on the interview garnered views praising her candor, while outlets like BBC Sport noted her pioneering role since 2019. As she focuses on recovery, Sherrock’s return to form could see her challenge for another Ally Pally spot, inspiring the next generation of female darters.
