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Lucky 15 Calculator

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What is a Lucky 15?

A Lucky 15 is a type of multiple bet that covers four selections across different events. It is made up of 15 individual bets, which is where it gets its name. This bet is popular in horse racing, but it can also be used for other sports such as football, greyhound racing, and tennis.

Unlike an accumulator, where all selections must win, a Lucky 15 offers returns even if only one of the selections is successful. This makes it a more flexible betting option with greater chances of a payout, even if the maximum payout is not as high for the same stake.

Lucky 15 Composition

A Lucky 15 covers all possible betting combinations using four different selections. Here’s a breakdown of the bet:

Bet TypeSelection CombinationsNumber of Bets
Singles1, 2, 3, 44
Doubles12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 346
Trebles123, 124, 134, 2344
Fourfold Accumulator12341
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Since each selection is backed separately, you can still win money even if not all of your selections are correct.

Lucky 15 Bonuses

Many bookmakers offer special promotions on Lucky 15 bets to enhance winnings. These commonly include:

  • One Winner Consolation – If only one selection wins, the bookmaker may double the odds (or better) of that selection.
  • All Winner Bonus – If all four selections win, an extra 10% to 20% bonus can be added to your total payout.

These bonuses make the Lucky 15 an appealing choice, as they provide increased payouts even if results don’t go entirely your way.

How Does an Each-Way Lucky 15 Work?

An each-way Lucky 15 is a variation that covers both winning and placing selections. This doubles the number of bets to 30 because each selection is backed twice:

  • One bet for the selection to win
  • One bet for the selection to place (e.g., finishing in the top three in a horse race)

This increases the chances of getting a return, even if some selections don’t win outright. However, since the number of bets doubles, the stake also doubles.

Lucky 15 Pros and Cons

Pros

Higher chances of a return – Even if only one selection wins, you still get a payout.

Bonuses – Many bookmakers offer enhanced payouts for winning or single-selection results.

More flexibility – Unlike accumulators, you don’t need all selections to win to see some returns.

Cons

Can still lose money – If only one selection wins, the payout might be small and not high enough to recover your overall stake.

Lower returns than an accumulator – Because a Lucky 15 includes singles and smaller multiples, the potential returns are lower than a standard fourfold accumulator.

Similar Bets

If you like the Lucky 15, you might be interested in these alternative multiple bets:

  • Lucky 31 – A bet with five selections, totaling 31 bets.
  • Lucky 63 – A bet with six selections, totaling 63 bets.
  • Patent – A smaller version of a Lucky 15, with three selections and 7 bets.
  • Canadian (Super Yankee) – Similar to a Yankee but with five selections and 26 bets.

Lucky 15 Bet vs. Yankee Bet

A Yankee is a similar bet to a Lucky 15, but it does not include single bets.

Bet TypeNumber of
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Lucky 154Yes15
Yankee4No11

The key difference is that a Lucky 15 includes single bets, which means you can still get a payout even if only one selection wins. A Yankee, on the other hand, requires at least two winning selections to get any return.

Final Thoughts

A Lucky 15 is a great option for bettors who want multiple chances to win without relying on all selections.

While the maximum payout isn’t as high as a simple accumulator for the same total stake, the bonuses and individual payouts make it a more balanced choice, allowing you to make a profit even if some selections fail to win.

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