John Boy — 2001 BDO World Champion whose victory at Lakeside provided one of the more emotional moments in BDO Championship history, and a popular figure on the BDO circuit throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
John Walton was born in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire on 16 April 1963. He won the BDO World Championship in 2001, defeating John Part in the final. He was a reliable, consistent BDO circuit performer for over a decade and a popular figure in the sport for his warm personality and enthusiastic approach to competition.
Best Known For
BDO World Champion 2001
Walton's 2001 World Championship victory came against John Part — a Canadian — in a final that represented the international reach the BDO had achieved by that point.
Did You Know?Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- BDO World Champion 2001
- England international
Career Journey
Timeline
1963
👶 Born in Scunthorpe, England
🏆 BDO World Champion 2001
🏆 England international