144 checkout
T20T20D12
144 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 20, Double 12.
- 3darts minimum
- 10possible routes
- D12finishing double
How to check out 144, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 84.
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 24.
- D12Double 12 scores 24 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 | 124 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T20 | 20 | 64 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D12 | 12 | 12 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 12: a single 12 leaves 12, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 6. That is why even doubles are preferred.