🤔 What is a handicap?
Handicap (handicap) is a notional advantage (+) or deficit (-) that a bookmaker gives to one of the teams or players.
After the match ends, the value of the assigned handicap is added to (+) or subtracted from (-) the final result of the selected team or player.
💡 Match example Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan:
Let’s say we bet on Lokomotiv with a -1.5 handicap. This means the team must win by at least two goals for the bet to win.
If you bet on Lokomotiv with a +1.5 handicap, the team must not lose by more than one goal.
If you bet on a whole-number handicap, such as +2 or -2, your stake will be refunded if the margin is exactly the same as the handicap.
⚾ How to use a handicap in your bets?
Using the same match as an example Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan.
We’re confident it will be a close match, and that Rubin won’t lose to Lokomotiv by more than one goal.
First, select the match and go to the "Handicaps" section.
Select a handicap: Rubin Kazan (+1).
All that’s left is to enjoy the match and follow the result. What could happen? Let’s look at three scenarios:
🤑 Win: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 1:1.
Rubin didn’t lose the match, so the bet won.
💫 Refund: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 2:1.
Rubin lost by exactly one goal. Applying the (+1) handicap results in a draw, so the stake is refunded.
🙈 Loss: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 3:1.
Rubin lost by two goals, so the bet lost.
🔔Found an interesting match with a “sure thing” handicap? It’s time to place a bet!
💡 Tip
If you have any questions about how handicaps work or need more information, contact our support team. We’re always happy to help!