What is a Trixie bet?

A Trixie bet is a popular betting structure that involves three selections combined into four total bets. It is made up of three doubles and one treble. Unlike an accumulator bet, which requires all selections to win for a payout, the Trixie allows for some flexibility. If one selection loses, you can still receive a return from the other selections. This feature makes the Trixie bet appealing as it provides a margin of error while still offering the possibility of a payout.

To place a Trixie bet, you need to choose three selections and add them to your bet slip. Afterward, you select the option to show more multiples and enter your stake in the Trixie box. The bet is then placed, and you are essentially making four separate bets with your stake: three doubles and one treble. If you opt for an each-way Trixie, your total stake will be doubled, as it includes both win and place parts of the bet. For example, a £1 each-way Trixie would cost £14 in total.

The Trixie bet is versatile and can be placed on any sport, though it is most commonly used in horse racing. This is due to the larger odds often available in racing and the opportunity for a return even when one or two selections don't win outright. If one selection wins and another places, you’ll receive a payout for the winning place double. However, if one selection wins and the other two place, you will receive a payout for the place bets while the win bets will be settled as losers.

A Trixie is similar to a Patent bet, but with a key difference: a Patent includes singles for each selection, while a Trixie excludes them. Both bets are structured with three doubles and one treble, but the Patent involves a total of seven bets due to the inclusion of singles. The Trixie, on the other hand, requires just four bets. The Trixie is considered a "cover" bet, which provides more leeway for losing selections compared to an accumulator, making it an attractive option for bettors who want more room for error.