What's a dead heat?
- A dead heat happens when 2 or more competitors finish at exactly the same time or with exactly the same result.
- In horse and greyhound racing, a dead heat occurs when 2 or more runners cannot be separated by the Judge, even after consulting the photo finish.
- A dead heat can also apply to other sports when 2 teams or competitors finish level with each other and no odds were offered for a tie.
- Example: Two 2 batsmen finishing with the same number of runs is a dead heat for the top batsman market.
How to calculate my bet winnings if there's a dead heat?
- To calculate your bet, simply divide the stake by the number of selections involved in the dead heat.
- Example: You bet £10.00 on Horse A at odds of 10/1 (potential winnings of £110).
- Your selection is in a dead heat with Horse B, with both finishing in joint first (1st) place.
- You receive half of your stake at the original price. Therefore, £5.00 at 10/1 = £55.00 total winnings
How does Dead Heat work in golf?
- A Dead Heat happens when two or more players end up tied for a position.
- This scenario frequently occurs in golf as players often finish tied for places.
- The application of this rule depends on the number of players tied and the number of places paid.