What are Sportsbook system bets?
System bets in Sportsbook are a type of wager that allows you to combine multiple selections into smaller combinations, offering a chance to win even if not all your selections are correct. Unlike combo bets, where all selections must win to secure a payout, system bets allow some flexibility, as you can still win even if some predictions are incorrect.
For example, in a "2 out of 3" system bet, you select three events, and the system automatically creates combinations of two-event bets. If at least two of your selections are correct, you win a portion of the payout. The payout depends on how many of your combinations are successful.
System bets are ideal for bettors looking to balance risk and reward, offering the potential for profit without the all-or-nothing requirement of combo bets. They are particularly popular among experienced bettors who want to hedge their risks while maximizing their chances of winning.
What are all the different system bets means?
When creating a system bet, you will see different options appear in front of you, these options are:
The system bet options displayed in your image represent different combinations and types of system bets available in Sportsbook. Here's a detailed explanation of each:
2/6 (15 Bets): This means you're selecting 6 outcomes, and the system will create all possible combinations of 2-event bets from these 6 selections. A total of 15 individual bets are created.
To win, at least 2 of your selections must be correct.
3/6 (20 Bets): This means you're selecting 6 outcomes, and the system will create all possible combinations of 3-event bets from these 6 selections. A total of 20 individual bets are created.
To win, at least 3 of your selections must be correct.
4/6 (15 Bets): This involves selecting 6 outcomes, and the system will create all possible combinations of 4-event bets from the 6 selections. A total of 15 individual bets are created.
To win, at least 4 of your selections must be correct.
5/6 (6 Bets): This involves selecting 6 outcomes, and the system will create all possible combinations of 5-event bets from these 6 selections. A total of 6 individual bets are created.
To win, at least 5 of your selections must be correct.
Heinz (57 Bets): A Heinz bet includes 57 different combinations based on 6 selection, 15 doubles , 20 trebles , 15 four-fold accumulators , 6 five-fold accumulators and 1 six-fold accumulator
To win any part of the Heinz bet, at least 2 of your selections must be correct.
Lucky 63 (63 Bets): This is similar to a Heinz bet but includes 63 bets in total, as it adds 6 single bets (one for each selection). It consists of: 6 singles, 15 doubles, 20 trebles, 15 four-fold accumulators, 6 five-fold accumulators, 1 six-fold accumulator.
To win, at least one selection must be correct, but payouts increase with more successful selections.
These are some of the options available, they allow for varying levels of risk and reward, depending on how confident you are in your selections and how much flexibility you want in your bets. The more selections you make, the more system bet options you will see.
How to place a system bet?
To place a system bet, start by selecting at least three markets. Then, open your bet slip and switch to the system bet option.
The minimum number of selections for a system bet is three, and you can combine a lot of selections. The more selections you add.
In system bets you pay a stake for every bet. For example if you select 2/3 (3 bets) you will pay 3x your stake. And if you select Pantent (7 bets) then you will pay 7x your stake.
Once your bet has been placed, you can go to My Bets to check the status of the bet.
System bets are easily identifiable as they include the word SYSTEM in their title, along with a tracker for the bet's status. For instance, in the example below, a system bet was placed on 3 markets . The tracker uses color codes to indicate the bet's status: a blue line means the bet is still open, a green line signifies the bet is won, and a red line indicates the bet is lost.
It's important to note that if even one selection in the system bet loses, the entire bet is considered lost. Since system bets often involve selections from different matches with varying start times, some of the bets may be settled while others remain pending, adding an extra layer of anticipation and strategy.
