153 checkout
T20T19D18
153 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 19, Double 18.
- 3darts minimum
- 1possible routes
- D18finishing double
How to check out 153, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 93.
- T19Treble 19 scores 57, leaving 36.
- D18Double 18 scores 36 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 | 133 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T19 | 19 | 74 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D18 | 18 | 18 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 18: a single 18 leaves 18, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 9. That is why even doubles are preferred.