TAYLOR OFFICIALLY RETIRES FROM DARTS
20/05/2025 By Aaron Nijjar
PHIL TAYLOR has officially announced his retirement from darts.
87-time major winner Taylor played his final professional match on January 1, 2018 when he lost the World Championship final to Rob Cross at Alexandra Palace.
‘The Power’ narrowly missing out on a fairytale ending with a 17th world title.
Stoke-on-Trent thrower Taylor continued to play exhibitions and performed on the World Seniors Tour but has now hung up his arrows for good after dealing with a number of injuries and health issues.
In a video message on his website, Taylor said: ”I’m officially announcing that I’ve finished playing darts now.
“So if anybody wants to come and see me, I won’t be playing darts now. You can meet me, great me, have a picture with me, have a chat with me, but I won’t be playing darts anymore.
“Just to let you know, so you’re not disappointed.”
A longer statement from the greatest marksman of all-time read: “After a long and fantastic career over the last 40 years, I announce that from today I am retiring from playing darts.
“It has been a privilege to be part of such a vibrant and passionate community.
“I would like to thank each and everyone for your support through this incredible journey. Your encouragement and enthusiasm have been the driving force behind my success.
“A journey which has enabled me to achieve more than I could have ever imagined. I am grateful for the friendships I’ve formed and the experiences I’ve shared.
“As one chapter closes, another one opens. This transition opens up new opportunities for me to explore and engage with the sport in different ways.
“I look forward to meeting fans old and new around the country and I will continue to update this website with future announcements. Please stay tuned for upcoming events, appearances, and projects that I am excited to undertake.
“Thank you once again for all the wonderful memories.”
Image by Taylor Lanning.
