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繁體中文Dead Heat Rules Explained
A dead heat is when two or more selections tie for a position, and special rules reduce the returns. This guide explains them with hypothetical examples only.
- A dead heat is when two or more selections tie for a paying position.
- Part of your stake is settled as a winner at full odds and part is lost, in proportion to the tie — for example roughly half if two tie for one place.
- They are common in racing, golf and player markets like top scorer, and in the place part of each-way bets.
What a dead heat is
A dead heat happens when selections finish exactly level for a place that pays — for example two horses tying for a place, or two players tying as top scorer.
How it is settled
Part of your stake is treated as a winner and part as a loser, in proportion to the tie.
Where it applies
Dead heats are common in racing, golf and player markets like top scorer. They appear in each-way place parts too.
Reading your settlement
A dead-heat result will show a reduced return rather than a full payout. The operator's rules explain the exact split — always read them.
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FAQ
A dead heat is when two or more selections tie for a paying position. Special rules split the stake and reduce the returns accordingly.
Part of your stake is settled as a winner at full odds and part is lost, in proportion to the tie — for example roughly half if two tie for one place.
They are common in racing, golf and player markets like top scorer, and in the place part of each-way bets.
Last updated: 2026-06-15