In sports betting, particularly in darts, the term “total legs” refers to the total number of individual legs played in a match. A leg is a single game where both players start from a fixed score (usually 501) and take turns trying to reach zero, ending on a double.
How “Total Legs” Betting Works:
Bookmakers offer over/under bets on the number of legs played in a match.
Example:
- Match: Michael van Gerwen vs. Peter Wright
- Bet: Over 15.5 total legs
- You win if the match has 16 or more legs.
- You lose if the match finishes in 15 or fewer legs.
Common Total Legs Bets:
- Over/Under (e.g. 14.5, 15.5, 16.5)
- Exact total legs (less common)
- Alternative lines (over 13.5, over 17.5, etc.)
Strategy Tips:
- Short format (best of 11 legs) → fewer total legs, bet lower.
- Long format (best of 19, 21, or 35 legs) → potential for more legs, especially if evenly matched.
- Look at head-to-head stats, player form, and finishing percentages.
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