The Intriguing World of Multiple Bets: From Trixies to Goliaths Uncovered

By Stuart Ward, 6th January 2025

The appeal of turning a small wager into a massive payout is seductive. Those potential rewards are enticing and alluring. I mean, isn't that the real reason people buy lottery tickets?

Multiple bets - a term you would have likely heard of if you have ever stepped into a British betting shop. Or you may have seen it if you had ever experienced the buzzing lights and images of online betting.

But are such punts worth the risk?

Well, like all betting, there are pros and cons. Read to the end, and you will know whether these intriguing, sometimes unfathomable gambles should be part of your wagering strategy.

Ready? Let's dive in.

What is a multiple bet?

There is often some confusion over what constitutes such punts. To clarify this, I will describe and explain these popular wagers based on my experience working for a UK bookmaker.

A multiple bet combines one or more accumulators into a specified wager.

And I'm sure you know these bets have intriguing names.

As a reminder, an accumulator is one punt on two or more events. Do you see the difference?

Such bets provide a way of enjoying a thrilling ride over several sporting events. And the potential returns can be significant. Plus, they can reduce your losses if one or two selections do not go your way.

What is an example of a multiple bet?

It's Saturday morning, a busy football afternoon ahead, and you feel lucky. You have already studied the form. You're confident you have found three absolute certainties.

There's a buzz in the busy, crowded betting shop, but you grab a football coupon with excitement. Browsing the list, you tick Liverpool, Man City, and Chelsea to win their individual matches.

But the prices are short. So, how do you play this winning (in your opinion) hand?

You confidently select doubles as your wager of choice. Just in case one lets you down. You have played a multiple bet.

Three selections in three football matches. That would give you three doubles.

What about those wagers with fancy names?

They are somewhat intriguing. Let's take a look at them.

Trixie
Yankee
Super Yankee/Canadian
Heinz
Super Heinz
Goliath

The above are all examples of multiple bets that consist of doubles, trebles, and upwards. Click on each wager if you want to learn more about it.

Are multiple bets worth it?

That's a loaded question. The appeal of multiples is the potential massive payouts should all, or at least most, of your selections strike.

On the other hand, it is possible to cover, or at least limit, your losses should you only have two winning selections. That would be one winning double, allowing you to scrape some of your money back.

If you're going to make a long-term profit from these complex punts, it comes down to three things. They are your betting strategy, appetite for risk, and knowledge of the sports you intend to wager on.

Summary

Multiple bets offer tantalisingly high returns. And that is the alluring factor that bookmakers play on. I experienced this first-hand while working for the bookies.

If you want to reap those rewards in the long term, your knowledge and selection process have to be spot on. But getting to that level takes serious hard work.

Take the next step in your betting journey.

I've given you a basic understanding of the pros and cons and the ins and outs of these fascinating bookie slips.

Do you want to craft your game plan to achieve thrilling payouts?

If you do, we'll explore each wager in more detail. Let's kick off with the Trixie bet.