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How are Betfair odds calculated?
The number on the right(e.g. 10) is how much you will win. The number on the left is how much you need to stake. 9/1 for every £/€1 you bet, you will win £/€9. This can also be calculated as 1 / (9 + 1) = 0.10 – There is a 10\% chance that the event will happen.
How are in game odds calculated?
In Summary Betting odds represent the probability of an event to happen and therefore enable you to work out how much money you will win if your bet wins. As an example, with odds of 4/1, for every £1 you bet, you will win £4. There is a 20\% chance of this happening, calculated by 1 / (4 + 1) = 0.20.
How do I change my odds on Betfair?
Betfair Sportsbook uses both fractional and decimal odds, you can switch between the two at any point, either from: Desktop: by selecting either fractional or decimal from the black banner at the bottom of the page. Mobile: by clicking on your balance and selecting ‘Settings’ and ‘Odds Display’.
How do you read odds on Betfair?
Fractional odds represent the profit – 5/1 means you will win five pounds for every one pound staked – whereas decimal odds represent the return – 2.2 means you will receive £2.20 for every £1 invested, including your stake. So, think of decimal odds in monetary terms.
Can you make your own odds on Betfair?
How to Set Your Own Odds on the Betfair Exchange. Setting your own odds on the Exchange couldn’t be simpler. All you have to do is add your selection to your betslip, whether it’s a back or a lay bet, and then type in your desired odds in the Odds box.
Why does Betfair let you change the odds?
Unlike traditional bookmakers, who offer a fixed price, the Betfair Exchange allows customers to ask for a better price if they don’t like what is being offered. How does it work? Your bet will be placed in the market and, if accepted by another customer, will be matched at those odds.
What do Betfair odds mean?