Reading the numbers
Start On the near long rail, 1 a diamond counting from the far corner: 8 down to 0, read through the cue ball. Starts 3 to 8.
Aim On the first cushion, the near short rail: 0 at its middle, 3 a diamond either side (−6 to 6).
Arrival On the far short rail, 2 a diamond: 0 up to 8.
Step by step
- Choose the finish on the far short rail.
- Read the start through the cue ball along the line to your trial aim.
- Aim = Start − Finish: 5 − 2 = 3. A negative aim is on the other side of the middle.
- Add the table correction.
The stroke
No side, centre ball or a touch of follow, firm — the ball travels the length of the table twice.