The Power is back. In late September 2026, Phil Taylor announced he is coming out of retirement at the age of 66 to play in the MODUS Super Series International Pairs in Portsmouth from 23 to 28 November, partnering his old World Cup teammate Adrian Lewis.
It is the perfect excuse to revisit the career of the most successful darts player of all time, a man who won 16 world titles and changed the sport forever. Shop the Phil Taylor collection as you read.
Phil Taylor Fact File
| Full name | Philip Douglas Taylor |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 13 August 1960 (age 66) |
| Place of birth | Stoke-on-Trent, England |
| Event | Darts |
| Nationality | English |
| Current status | Retired from the PDC tour in 2018; pairs comeback in November 2026 |
| Nickname | The Power, The Crafty Potter |
Career History
| Years | World titles | Other highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1990-1992 | BDO: 1990, 1992 | Beat mentor Eric Bristow in the 1990 final |
| 1995-2006 | PDC: 1995-2002, 2004-2006 | Premier League 2005, 2006 |
| 2007-2013 | PDC: 2009, 2010, 2013 | Premier League 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012; Matchplay 2008-2014 |
| 2017-2018 | Runner-up 2018 | 16th World Matchplay title in 2017 |
| Career | 16 | A record 87 major titles |
World titles combine two BDO and 14 PDC World Championships. Major title total as recorded by Wikipedia.
Early Years: The Crafty Potter
Taylor grew up in Stoke-on-Trent and learned much of his craft under the guidance of the great Eric Bristow. In 1990 he reached the BDO World Championship final as a 125/1 outsider and beat Bristow, his mentor, 6-1 to win the first of his world titles. He won the BDO crown again in 1992.
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The Breakthrough: Ruling the PDC
When the leading players formed what became the PDC, Taylor became its dominant force. He won the PDC world title eight years in a row from 1995 to 2002 and three more between 2004 and 2006. In 2002 he hit the first nine-dart finish shown live on UK television, against Chris Mason at the World Matchplay.
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The Peak: Two Nine-Darters in One Night
In the 2010 Premier League final against James Wade, Taylor hit two nine-dart finishes in the same match, the first time it had happened in a professional match. That same year he finished runner-up for BBC Sports Personality of the Year, the first darts player to finish in the top two. He won further world titles in 2009, 2010 and 2013, and a total of 16 World Matchplay crowns.
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Later Career: Farewell and a Surprise Return
Taylor retired after reaching the 2018 World Championship final, his 21st world final, where he lost to Rob Cross. He has since appeared at the World Seniors Championship, and now joins Lewis, with whom he won four World Cup of Darts titles, for one more tilt at a pairs title.
Honours
World Championships (16)
- BDO: 1990, 1992
- PDC: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2013
Other majors
- World Matchplay: 16 titles
- Premier League: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012
- World Cup of Darts: four titles with Adrian Lewis
Awards
- BBC Sports Personality of the Year runner-up: 2010
Away From the Oche
Still proudly linked with his home city of Stoke-on-Trent, Taylor remains one of the most recognisable figures in darts and a regular at exhibitions and seniors events.
FAQs
How old is Phil Taylor?
Phil Taylor is 66. He was born on 13 August 1960.
Where was Phil Taylor born?
He was born in Stoke-on-Trent, England.
How many world titles has Phil Taylor won?
Taylor won 16 world titles: two BDO and 14 PDC World Championships.
Is Phil Taylor coming out of retirement?
Yes. He will play the MODUS Super Series International Pairs in Portsmouth on 23-28 November 2026, alongside Adrian Lewis.
How many nine-darters has Phil Taylor hit on TV?
Taylor holds the record for televised nine-dart finishes, with 11, including two in the 2010 Premier League final.
Who did Phil Taylor beat for his first world title?
He beat his mentor Eric Bristow 6-1 in the 1990 BDO World Championship final.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Paul Gascoigne: Gazza, Italia 90 and the Most Gifted Englishman of His Era and Alan Shearer: The Premier League's All-Time Top Scorer.
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