Betting Calculators
Alphabet Calculator
Calculate returns for Alphabet bets with 6 selections. An Alphabet consists of 26 bets: 2 patents, 1 yankee, and a six-fold accumulator.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter your unit stake
- Enter odds for all 6 selections (position matters — selections 2-5 appear in more bet components)
- Select the result (won/lost/void) for each selection
- View your total return and profit breakdown by component
Formula
An Alphabet bet on 6 selections consists of:
- Patent on selections 1,2,3 (7 bets): 3 singles + 3 doubles + 1 treble
- Patent on selections 4,5,6 (7 bets): 3 singles + 3 doubles + 1 treble
- Yankee on selections 2,3,4,5 (11 bets): 6 doubles + 4 trebles + 1 four-fold
- Six-fold accumulator on all 6 (1 bet) Total: 26 bets
Selections 2-5 feature in both the patents and the yankee, so they generate larger returns. Place your strongest picks in positions 2-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Alphabet bet?
An Alphabet bet is a 26-bet wager on 6 selections. It combines two patents (on selections 1-3 and 4-6), a yankee (on selections 2-5), and a six-fold accumulator on all selections.
Why is selection position important in an Alphabet?
Selections 2 through 5 appear in both the patent and the yankee components, so they contribute to more bets. Placing your most confident picks in these positions maximizes potential returns.
How much does an Alphabet bet cost?
An Alphabet costs 26 × your unit stake. At $1 per unit, the total outlay is $26.
Can I profit from an Alphabet if only one selection wins?
Yes. Since the Alphabet includes singles (via the patents), a single winning selection can return some profit, though you would likely still make an overall loss on the full 26-bet outlay.