122 checkout
T20T10D16
122 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 10, Double 16.
- 3darts minimum
- 83possible routes
- D16finishing double
How to check out 122, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 62.
- T10Treble 10 scores 30, leaving 32.
- D16Double 16 scores 32 to win the leg.
What if you miss?
Most misses land in the single bed of the number you were aiming at. This is where you'd be left, and how to finish with the darts you have.
| Aiming at | Hit | Leaves | Darts left | Then throw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 20 | 102 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T10 | 10 | 52 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D16 | 16 | 16 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 16: a single 16 leaves 16, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 8. That is why even doubles are preferred.