Simon Whitlock has been a defining figure in professional darts since the early 2000s. He started making waves as a teenager, eventually joining the PDC in 2002. He is also a two-time world finalist – in the BDO in 2008 and PDC in 2010 – underscoring his longevity and quality.
Name: Simon Whitlock
Nickname: The Wizard
Born: 03/03/1969
Place of Birth: Cessnock, Australia
Nationality: Australian
Laterality: Right-handed
Highest PDC Ranking: 3
Darts: 23g Winmau Signature
Walk-on Tune: Down Under – Men at Work
Whitlock’s career boasts an impressive collection of titles and highlights. He secured 18 PDC titles overall and racked up 30 wins on the Dartsplayers Australia circuit. A masterful checkout artist, he’s renowned for hitting 170 finishes and televised nine-darters. In 2022, Whitlock teamed up with Damon Heta to win Australia’s first-ever World Cup of Darts.
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His playing style combines fluent scoring and confident finishing, backed by a charismatic presence. Known as The Wizard for both his tactical mind and distinctive appearance – flowing beard and long hair – he regularly gives fans memorable moments. One viral highlight occurred in 2020 when he calmly squashed a fly that landed on the board mid-match and left it there for his opponent – an oddball instance that quickly became darting folklore.
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In recent years, Whitlock has shifted focus toward mentoring and exhibition play. Although he lost his Tour Card in 2024, he remains a popular figure on the circuit and in various events. At 56, he’s still respected on stage, and off it, he continues to inspire new talent in Australia – not least via his son Mason, who hit a nine-darter of his own in late 2024.
Simon claimed an emotional return to Alexandra palace and another piece of Antipodian darting history when he claimed the inaugural ANZ Premier League in November 2025
Following in Whitlock’s footsteps is son, Mason who is a regular on the Development Tour and MODUS Super Series. In fact, the young Wizard has already hit a nine-darter on the Live Lounge stage.
Simon Whitlock’s legacy is undeniable. A trailblazer for Southern Hemisphere darts, a major champion, and a beloved character, The Wizard embodies resilience, flair and showmanship. Even as his career evolves, he remains one of the sport’s most enduring and colourful figures.
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