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Phil Taylor Officially Retires from Darts After 40-Year Career

The 16-time world champion and darts legend plans to focus on mentoring, fan events, and new projects following his retirement from all forms of play.

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Overview

  • Phil Taylor, widely regarded as the greatest darts player of all time, announced his retirement from all forms of darts on May 20, 2025.
  • Taylor's 40-year career includes 16 world championships, 87 major titles, and 11 televised nine-dart finishes, setting records unmatched in the sport.
  • His last professional match was the 2018 PDC World Championship final, where he was defeated by Rob Cross.
  • Since retiring from professional play in 2018, Taylor remained active in World Seniors tournaments and exhibitions until this final retirement announcement.
  • Post-retirement, Taylor plans to engage with fans through appearances, events, and mentoring rising darts talents, including teenage prodigy Luke Littler.