140 checkout
T20T20D10
140 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 20, Double 10.
- 3darts minimum
- 23possible routes
- D10finishing double
How to check out 140, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 80.
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 20.
- D10Double 10 scores 20 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 | 120 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T20 | 20 | 60 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D10 | 10 | 10 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 10: a single 10 leaves 10, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 5. That is why even doubles are preferred.