The Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide to Sports Betting
Anyone has the potential to be a sharp sports bettor with the right info. That’s why SBD put all the fundamentals into our introductory series for new bettors: Sports Betting 101.
The best way to look at fractional odds is that the number on the right is the amount you wager, and the number on the left is what that stake will payout in winnings. So for those 1/2 odds, every $2 you wager will win you $1. And for 7/2 odds, every $1 wagered would payout $3.5. The favorite is always the team with the smaller number. Understanding Fractional / UK Odds Fractional odds, also referred to as British odds, UK odds or Traditional odds, are often used in horse racing. These odds quote the net total which will be paid out to the bettor should they win, factoring in their stake.
Learn about the types of sports bets you can place, how to read odds, and how to manage your bankroll to get the most value out of your wagers.
We’ll break down some confusing terms you might encounter while getting started and walk you through some basic considerations to think about before placing a sports bet online.
Let’s get started!
The Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide to Sports Betting
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Anyone has the potential to be a sharp sports bettor with the right info. That’s why SBD put all the fundamentals into our introductory series for new bettors: Sports Betting 101.
Learn about the types of sports bets you can place, how to read odds, and how to manage your bankroll to get the most value out of your wagers.
We’ll break down some confusing terms you might encounter while getting started and walk you through some basic considerations to think about before placing a sports bet online.
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Let’s get started!