The World Darts Championship at London's Alexandra Palace has been the stage for high drama this week, with off-stage tensions spilling into the spotlight. Fallon Sherrock, known as the 'Queen of the Palace', appeared to deliver a sarcastic dig at her ex-boyfriend Cameron Menzies following her first-round exit on Thursday night.
A Tale of Two Table Incidents
The saga began on Monday when Cameron Menzies, 36, suffered a dramatic 3-2 defeat to 20-year-old debutant Charlie Manby. In a moment of raw frustration, Menzies directed his anger at his drinks table, punching it three times and leaving his hand bloodied before being escorted off stage by referee Kirk Bevins. He later apologised, citing mental struggles following the death of his uncle.
Just three days later, the focus shifted to his former partner. After being defeated 3-0 by Dave Chisnall, Sherrock, who has now lost in the first round for five consecutive years, walked back to her table. In a moment captured on social media, she bent down, laughed, and gave the table a seemingly mocking shake, a clear nod to Menzies' explosive reaction.
The End of a Darts Power Couple
The couple, once a prominent pairing in the sport, split in July after four years together. Their relationship began after meeting in an online darts league and playing as a doubles team. Menzies had previously revealed their romance "started off with a KFC". He was famously her biggest supporter, though admitted he hated when she beat him in practice at home as it meant he had to cook.
The shock break-up was first revealed publicly by Dutch darts star Vincent van der Voort on a podcast. He confirmed Sherrock had told him about the split but stated he did not know the specific reasons behind it, quipping "I don't work for a gossip magazine."
Reactions and Ramifications
While Sherrock's gesture was subtle, it did not go unnoticed by darts fans and commentators, sparking widespread discussion on social media. The incident highlights the intense pressure and high emotions at the sport's premier event, where personal and professional narratives often collide. Both players now face the task of regrouping after their early tournament exits, with this very public subplot adding an extra layer to their respective campaigns.
The World Darts Championship continues at Alexandra Palace, but the personal drama between these two former partners has undoubtedly become one of the tournament's most talked-about stories.
