Professional Darts Player, Former World Number One & Three-Time Winner of the World Championships

John Lowe MBE is one of the greatest darts players in history and a true pioneer of the professional game. A three-time World Champion, John became the first player to win World Championship titles across three different decades, cementing his place among the sport’s all time greats. Renowned for his calm demeanour, exceptional sportsmanship and remarkable consistency, he enjoyed a professional career spanning more than 40 years. Awarded an MBE for services to darts and charity, John is now a highly sought after keynote and after dinner speaker, inspiring audiences with lessons on resilience, professionalism and achieving long term success.

John rose to prominence during the 1970s, establishing himself as one of the world’s leading darts players before claiming his first World Championship in 1979. He added further world titles in 1987 and 1993, becoming the first player to lift the prestigious trophy in three separate decades. Alongside his World Championship victories, John won two World Masters titles, two British Open championships and two WDF World Cup singles titles. He also represented England more than 100 times and captained the national team for seven years without losing a match. In 1984, John made sporting history by becoming the first player to hit a televised nine dart finish, achieving the feat during the MFI World Matchplay and winning a £102,000 bonus, one of the largest prizes in darts at the time. His measured, composed approach became a defining characteristic of one of the sport’s most successful careers.

John’s achievements have earned widespread recognition throughout darts. He was inducted into the Professional Darts Corporation Hall of Fame in 2005 in honour of his outstanding contribution to the sport. In 2019, he was appointed MBE for services to darts and charity, recognising both his remarkable playing career and his dedication to charitable causes. Widely respected as one of the true gentlemen of darts, John’s professionalism, humility and sportsmanship have made him one of the game’s most admired ambassadors.

Today, John is an outstanding keynote and after dinner speaker whose fascinating stories from the golden era of darts captivate audiences of all backgrounds. His presentations explore achieving excellence, maintaining consistency, handling pressure and building success over the long term. Combining humour, humility and practical insight from decades at the highest level of competition, John delivers memorable talks that inspire audiences while offering valuable lessons applicable to business, sport and everyday life.

Why Hire John Lowe?

John Lowe is hired for his remarkable achievements as a three time world champion and one of the most respected figures in darts history. His keynote presentations combine entertaining stories from more than four decades at the highest level with practical lessons on leadership, resilience, consistency and achieving ambitious goals. Renowned for his humility and professionalism, John engages audiences with warmth, humour and authenticity, making him an exceptional keynote speaker, after dinner entertainer and guest for corporate, sporting and charity events.