Quick Info
| Profession | Darts player and commentator |
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| Nationality | Canadian |
| Date of Birth | 29/06/1966 |
| Age | 60 years |
| Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about John Part
In an interview published in October 2026, Part said he had turned 60 earlier in the year but still regularly competes at the oche. He also praised Luke Littler and argued that the standard at the top of darts has not declined, while noting growth of the sport in North America.
Part reached the final stage of the PDC Q-School for 2026 through the order of merit, aiming to return to the Pro Tour after a six-year absence. He won his first three matches before losing to Ultan McDyer in the last 32 of the final stage.
Part was confirmed as the 16th player for the 2026 World Seniors Darts Championship, held at the Circus Tavern in February 2026. The announcement highlighted his status as a three-time world champion.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Canadian former professional darts player and current commentator who competes in PDC events. Nicknamed Darth Maple, he is a three-time World Champion, having won the 1994 BDO World Darts Championship on his debut and the PDC World Championship in 2003 and 2008. He was the first non-British player to win the PDC World Championship and the only non-European to have won it. |
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| Home town | Oshawa, Ontario, Canada |
Physical Stats & More
| Laterality | Right-handed |
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| Darts used | 23g Loxley Darts Signature (listed on a fan wiki; other sources list a 24g Unicorn Signature) |
Personal Life
| Early influence | His parents gave him a dartboard as a Christmas present in 1987, and he has played darts since that year. |
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| Milestone birthday | Marked his 60th birthday in 2026 while still playing competitively |
Career
| BDO |
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| PDC |
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| WDF |
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Favourites
| Walk-on music | The Imperial March (Darth Vader's theme from Star Wars) |
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Style Quotient
| Playing style | Known for a unique throwing style and a strategic approach, performing well under pressure in high-stakes matches. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He won the 1994 BDO World Championship on his world championship debut. | |
| 2. His 2003 PDC final win over Phil Taylor was 7-6 in sets. | |
| 3. Statistically regarded as North America's greatest darts player to date. |
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