First Dart of the Match

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David Genge

Last Updated on:

27/04/2021

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Experiences:

Sports Betting Guru

My foray into the world of sports betting was as a punter, primarily following the ups and downs (well, mostly downs…) of my local team as they battled against the ever-present threat of relegation. Over time, I began to become more and more interested in the ins and outs of various strategies and became adept at spotting a good operator.

My day job was, at the time, writing and editing for a local newspaper, so turning my professional skills to my interest in sports betting followed naturally. I started writing about sports betting as a hobby initially with my own blog, analysing odds and providing betting tips where I thought I could find value. Eventually, I was headhunted to write the same content for a betting firm, which resulted in me leaving my local paper job behind and turning my professional interests solely to sports betting writing by 2017. Since then, I have been proud of the body of work I have been able to produce.

Using my interest in all aspects of the sports and gambling world to guide me, I now write for Betting.net, compiling operator reviews, bonus reviews, and sharing the tips and tricks across our various sports betting guides. When I’m not at my keyboard, I am an avid rock climber, with an ultimate goal of eventually ascending the Seven Peaks — if I can fit it in between penning the latest bookmaker review, that is!

What is First Dart of the Match?

First dart of the match is a term used in darts to describe the very first dart thrown in a match.

It is important to note that a match of darts is the overall contest between two players. However, a match is made up of a certain number sets which, in turn, are made up of legs.

First dart of the match does not mean the first dart of a set or leg but only the first dart thrown in the first leg of the first set only.

A player’s target with their first dart of the match would be land a first dart treble 20, which would give the player the best possible chance of scoring the maximum total of 180. This would then put their opponent under pressure.

How is First Dart of the Match used in Sports Betting?

Betting on first dart of the match is a naturally a quick market to bet on as only the very first dart counts.

However, many bookmakers will run a first dart of the match market as it does provide an opportunity for a fast pay out.

The most popular bet will be on the player hitting a treble 20 as that will be the target, as it sets the player up for a nine-dart-finish – the ultimate achievement in the game.

However, as the 20 segment is sandwiched between the five and one score sections, they can often prove to be a popular betting option.

Did you know…

Sixteen-time World Darts champions Phil ‘the Power’ Taylor’s first ever televised match came at the BDO Canadian Open in 1988 against Chris Johns.

Taylor’s first dart of the match was a single 20 but he went on to win the leg and match.

First Dart of the Match

What is First Dart of the Match?

How is First Dart of the Match used in Sports Betting?

Did you know…

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