Glen Durrant

English professional darts player who made history as the only player since Phil Taylor to win three consecutive BDO World Championships (2017-2019).

Born on January 1, 1969, in Middlesbrough, England, Glen Durrant came from humble beginnings before establishing himself as one of darts' most accomplished players. Working as a painter and decorator while developing his darting skills, he spent years honing his craft in local leagues and amateur competitions before breaking through to professional level. Durrant's career reached extraordinary heights during the late 2010s when he dominated the BDO World Championship. His breakthrough came in 2017 when he claimed his first world title at the Lakeside Country Club, followed by successful defenses in 2018 and 2019. This unprecedented run of three consecutive BDO World Championships made him only the second player after Phil Taylor in the 1990s to achieve such dominance in the tournament's history. The transition from BDO to PDC in 2019 marked a pivotal moment in Durrant's career. While many questioned whether success in the BDO would translate to the PDC's more competitive environment, he emphatically answered critics by winning the 2020 Premier League. This achievement made him one of the few players to win major titles in both organizations, cementing his status among darts' elite performers. Durrant's career faced its greatest challenge in 2022 when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, requiring immediate surgery and extensive treatment. The health scare temporarily halted his competitive career, but his determination to return to the sport demonstrated the same resilience that had characterized his rise to prominence. His significance to darts extends beyond tournament victories. Durrant proved that players could successfully transition between the sport's major organizations while maintaining elite performance levels. His achievements during the final years of the BDO's prominence helped define that era, while his PDC success validated the competitive standard of BDO competition. Through both triumph and adversity, he exemplified the mental fortitude required to compete at darts' highest level.

Consistent, methodical approach with strong finishing and mental resilience

Only player to win three consecutive BDO World titles since Phil Taylor

• BDO World Champion 3x (2017, 2018, 2019)
• PDC Premier League Champion 2020
• Only player to win three consecutive BDO World titles since Phil Taylor