Fallon Sherrock has addressed the surge in attention surrounding Beau Greaves, saying she’s happy to let her rival take the spotlight — and that the shift actually helps relieve some of the pressure she has carried for years.
Sherrock, often referred to as the “Queen of the Palace,” told Online Darts that she’s never viewed herself as the only face of women’s darts, and she welcomes Greaves’ rise. “I’ve never wanted to be the ‘star’ of women’s darts,” she said. “I’d rather stay under the radar. Let Beau take the attention. It takes pressure off me.” (Dartsnews.com)
Rivalry with Respect
Despite the changing of the guard, Sherrock maintains a supportive relationship with Greaves. In a recent interview, she called their rivalry “fierce” but framed it as healthy competition: “When we play, we bring out the best in each other.” (Dartsnews.com) She added that, unlike past rivalries she’s had, there’s mutual respect—something she values deeply. (Dartsnews.com)
How Greaves Eases the Burden
Sherrock has been one of the most prominent female figures in darts for years, and with that comes significant expectations. But she believes Greaves’ emergence allows her to share — or even hand over — some of that spotlight.
In a separate interview, she praised Greaves for her talent and said she feels “100 percent” less pressure now that someone else is carrying a big part of the torch. (Dartsnews.com) Sherrock has also expressed admiration for Greaves’ ability to compete at the highest levels, even suggesting she could challenge male players — something Sherrock herself has long championed. (Dartsnews.com)
On Stage: Wins, Losses, and the Bigger Picture
Sherrock’s most recent high-profile win came at the 2025 PDC Women’s Series, where she defeated Greaves in the final to claim her 19th title. (Sky Sports) Despite being rivals, Sherrock made it clear she holds no bitterness. She described Greaves as “an incredible asset to the sport,” praising what she brings to women’s darts. (Sporting Life)
Dealing With the Past — and the Crowd
Sherrock also touched on more challenging moments in her career. She admitted that she still feels “unwelcome” within certain circles of the women’s tour, recalling a match where fan support seemed heavily in Greaves’ favour. (The Independent) But rather than growing resentful, Sherrock says these challenges motivate her: “It makes me more determined … I want to push the game as far as I can.” (Sporting Life)
Looking Ahead
With the PDC World Darts Championship approaching, Sherrock says she’s more focused than ever — but she’s also relieved to share the spotlight with Greaves. She sees the younger player not just as a competitor, but as a teammate in boosting the profile of women’s darts.
“It’s so good for the women’s game … I just think it’s nice to have the pressure off,” she said. (Dartsnews.com)
As Greaves continues her rise, Sherrock’s role is shifting — and she seems more than comfortable with that.
