Betting Basics

When making a selection on a sports event you’ll be offered the opportunity to make a number of changes to your bet that will either increase your chances of earning a payout, or increase the payout that you can earn from that bet.

When you click on the odds for a selection at an online sportsbook you will be asked to enter a stake amount, and then given the option to pursue:

Claim your free bet

Paddy Power
£50

Place your 1st bet of £25 and get £25 matched

Place a further 5 bets and get another £25 matched!

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