Not always the 1st route you'd think of going for 114 but Smith shows that if you're handy on the double 19 it makes quite alot of sense. Bit risky of the bust if you hit the treble 19 first though.Starting to get back to his best again he shows the perfect execution. At long odds he maybe one to watch / back to get his World title back in this year's 2024/25 tournament.
To finish a game of darts, players typically aim to reach a score of zero by hitting specific combinations of numbers that are appropriate for their remaining score, often targeting higher-valued segments like 20, 18, or bullseye. Common finishing strategies include aiming for doubles (to end on a double) and setting up for easy finishes, such as 40 (double 20), 32 (double 16), or 24 (double 12). Players may also employ checkouts at various point totals, such as 170 (treble 20, treble 20, bullseye) or down to simpler finishes like 6 (double 3). The key is to plan finishes effectively based on the current score and maximize the chances of closing out the game efficiently.