{"id":31495,"date":"2023-10-10T11:17:11","date_gmt":"2023-10-10T11:17:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bettingsites.co.uk\/?page_id=31495"},"modified":"2024-04-25T13:59:31","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T13:59:31","slug":"double-result-bet","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bettingsites.co.uk\/double-result-bet\/","title":{"rendered":"The Double Result Bet in Football & Horse Racing Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

Double Result can refer to a type of sports betting market in football or a promotion offered by bookies for horse racing. When utilised correctly, both provide tangible ways to increase your profit margin.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to learn more about the Double Result Bet in football, keep reading. We\u2019ll also cover what it means for your bets in horse racing, providing examples and strategy tips as we go.<\/p>\n

What Does Double Result Mean in Betting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Double Result wagers, also known as Double Chance, mean different things in different sports. This guide explains what they mean in both football and horse racing, which are the two most popular sports people bet on at UK betting sites<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What is Double Result in Football Betting?<\/h3>\n

In football betting, Double Result refers to 2-in-1 betting markets where punters bet on both the half-time and full-time results of a football match. Also known as Double Chance, Half-Time\/Full-Time bet<\/a>, or Both Halves markets, these bets combine two results.<\/p>\n

Unlike 1×2 betting markets<\/a>, they are not settled when a team wins. Instead, team performances at half-time and full-time in a football match count toward bet settlement.<\/p>\n

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Predictions for two scenarios in this type of wager<\/a> mean that Double Result betting odds can be better than simply backing a team to win. You can also switch things up by backing Team A at halftime and Team B at fulltime, the draw at halftime and Team B at fulltime, and any other potential scenarios.<\/p>\n

Football betting fans may opt to take this bet to increase potential profits. For example, in situations where strong teams can be backed to be leading after 45 minutes and 90 minutes, respectively. Essentially, understanding the markets and knowing how to bet on football<\/a> the right way can help.<\/p>\n

What is a Double Result Bet in Horse Racing?<\/h3>\n

In horse racing, Double Result is a type of concession or promotion offered by some bookies. Also known as First Past the Post, eligible bookies pay out against betting odds<\/a> on the first horse past the post and the official winner when a Stewards\u2019 Enquiry is necessary.<\/p>\n

As the official result is decided following an enquiry, bets remain open until a firm decision has been made. Although one horse may appear to have won the race, they can be demoted, disqualified, or downgraded if the stewards believe rules have been broken.<\/p>\n

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The Double Result meaning, in the context of horse racing, is that bookies pay punters who bet on the initial \u201cwinner\u201d and the official winner.<\/p>\n

You won\u2019t find Double Result odds on horse racing apps<\/a> or sites as it is not a bet type. Not in the same way as you would for Double Chance bets\/Double Result bets in football. Instead, it can be seen more as a promotion or type of insurance for punters.<\/p>\n

How Does a Double Result Bet Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Double Result bets in football come with an element of control. In the sense that you can bet on two scenarios within a single game. For example, Manchester City to lead Manchester United at half-time and full-time. Predicting both scenarios correctly at football betting sites<\/a> means you win your bet.<\/p>\n

In horse racing, you can\u2019t bet on a horse to win at the halfway point of the race and lose at the end, like Double Chance in football. It\u2019s best to consider Double Result, not as a bet type, but as a promotion.<\/p>\n

Here are examples of Double Result bets in both sports.<\/p>\n

Double Result Bet Example for Football <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Let\u2019s dive right into the first example for football. In this scenario, Premier League<\/a> rivals Manchester City play Manchester United. As you can see, there are nine possible combinations of half-time and full-time results. We have added example wins for each scenario, which explains how things work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Half-Time Result<\/strong><\/td>\nFull-Time Result<\/strong><\/td>\nExample Win<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man City<\/td>\nMan City<\/td>\nMan City 1-0; Man City 2-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man City<\/td>\nDraw<\/td>\nMan City 1-0; Draw 1-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man City<\/td>\nMan Utd<\/td>\nMan City 1-0; Man Utd 2-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Draw<\/td>\nMan City<\/td>\nDraw 1-1; Man City 3-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Draw<\/td>\nDraw<\/td>\nDraw 0-0; Draw 1-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Draw<\/td>\nMan Utd<\/td>\nDraw 1-1; Man Utd 3-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man Utd<\/td>\nMan City<\/td>\nMan Utd 1-0; Man City 2-1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man Utd<\/td>\nDraw<\/td>\nMan Utd 1-0; Draw 2-2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Man Utd<\/td>\nMan Utd<\/td>\nMan Utd 1-0; Man Utd 1-0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

If we are betting on Man City half-time and full-time, any scenario where The Citizens lead their neighbours at both halves wins you your bet. This could be 1-0; 2-1 or 5-0; 10-0. As long as they have at least a one-goal lead after the first half and at the end of the game, you win your bet.<\/p>\n

It is important to note that teams do not need to score a goal in each half \u2013 as long as they are in front, that\u2019s all that matters. Markets are set at 90 minutes (plus added time), meaning extra time does not count.<\/p>\n

Horse Racing Double Result Example<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In horse racing, Double Result is considered an offer or promotion. There is no technical strategy for how to bet on horses<\/a> with Double Result odds, as they don\u2019t exist. But here\u2019s an example of a racecard with odds to aid our example.<\/p>\n

You back Park Of Kings to win while your friend backs Redwood Queen. Park Of Kings beats Redwood Queen as the first horse past the post. However, a Stewards Enquiry is called with Park Of Kings disqualified due to improper riding on the part of the jockey. Redwood Queen is promoted to winner. Both you and your friend receive payouts according to the odds, below.<\/p>\n

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Betting with bookies that offer Double Result on horse racing helps punters win in two scenarios. Should your horse be demoted or disqualified from a winning position (Park Of Kings) or be instated as the winner following a Stewards\u2019 Enquiry (Redwood Queen) you win your bet.<\/p>\n

Some bookies will only pay Double Result\/First Past the Post in some scenarios, such as only on UK and Irish races covered in Full Service. However, bet365 has an excellent offer covering multiple scenarios. They pay out on winners and each-way bets<\/a> for UK and Ireland, US, Germany, France, South Africa, and Mauritius racing where Fixed Odds are offered.<\/p>\n

Another great thing about that offer is it covers several different types of bets such as Ante-Post, Each Way Extra, Cover Bets, Betting Without, Enhanced Win, Place Only, Not To Be Placed, Forecasts and Tricasts<\/a>. They pay out on First Past the Post, regardless of the stewards\u2019 findings, too.<\/p>\n

Pros & Cons of Double Result Betting<\/strong><\/h2>\n

As with most bet types, Double Chance betting markets are suitable for some punters but not for everyone. Here are some pros and cons to help you decide if they could work for you.<\/p>\n

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