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Types of bets

The difference between Singles, Combos and Systems

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Written by Jacob
Updated over 2 months ago

Single

A single bet is placed on one selection only. Its outcome depends entirely on that one event.

Combo

A combo bet includes multiple selections combined into one slip. Every selection must win for the combo to be successful. The total payout is calculated by multiplying the odds of each selection together, which can lead to significantly higher returns.

System Bets

System bets allow you to combine multiple selections while still having a chance to win even if not all of your picks are correct. Below are the system options displayed in your betslip:

2/3 System (3 Bets)

You have 3 selections.
A 2/3 system automatically creates all possible 2-leg combos from those selections.

  • Total bets created: 3

  • You win as long as at least 2 out of 3 selections win.

  • If all 3 win, you receive the maximum payout (all combos win).

Example:
Selections A, B, C → system builds:

  • A+B

  • A+C

  • B+C

Trixie (4 Bets)

A Trixie is also based on 3 selections, but includes:

  • 3 doubles

  • 1 treble

Total bets: 4

To get any return, at least 2 selections must win.
If all 3 win, all four bets return a payout.

Difference from 2/3:
A Trixie includes the treble, whereas 2/3 does not.

Patent (7 Bets)

A Patent uses the same 3 selections but creates:

  • 3 singles

  • 3 doubles

  • 1 treble

Total bets: 7

This is the most forgiving option because:

  • Even one winning selection gives you a payout (via the single bet).

  • More winning selections increase the total return.

How to place a bet

  1. Browse the sportsbook and click on the odds of the selection(s) you want.

  2. Your picks will automatically appear in the bet slip.

  3. For a single selection, choose Single and enter the amount you want to wager.

  4. If you’ve added multiple selections and want to combine them, choose Combo and enter your wager amount.

  5. Confirm your bet and you’re ready to go

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