23 checkout
7D8
23 is a two-dart finish. The standard route is Single 7, Double 8.
- 2darts minimum
- 181possible routes
- D8finishing double
How to check out 23, dart by dart
- 7Single 7 scores 7, leaving 16.
- D8Double 8 scores 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8 | 8 | 8 | 1 | D4 |
Finishing on Double 8: a single 8 leaves 8, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 4. That is why even doubles are preferred.