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? asked in Games & RecreationGambling · 7 years ago

Sports betting; betting on favorite?

I just registered on a sports betting website to try it out, ik sports (mostly nba, nfl) and i was about to bet on the spurs game for tomorrow and i typed in for a test $5 and it said potential win $4.90. So all in all would i end up with 9.90 if the spurs won (excluding possible % cuts from website if any) or do i walk away with just 4.90?

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  • David
    Lv 4
    7 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    You have an account with the bookmakers.If spurs win your balance will go up by $4.90,if they lose your balance will go down $5,

  • 5 years ago

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  • 7 years ago

    The way sports betting works is that your receive your original wager back. You will not be left with a loss if the team you supported won the competition. This might seem confusing, so it is a good idea to read more on the intricacies of sports betting.

  • 7 years ago

    Why would anyone make a bet for $5 if you lose money even if you win a bet?

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  • pdq
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    PLEASE believe that when you win a bet that you will lose ten cents! Please believe it.

    If you believe that, then perhaps you'll save yourself a bunch of money.

    Only 1% of folks who bet on sports do so profitably. What chance do you think you've got actually believing that perhaps you lose money on a winning bet? Seriously, man - think it through. To say this is a mistake is an understatement.

  • Jonny
    Lv 6
    7 years ago

    Sigh. You win 4.90 plus your original wager back. Dont see how its so complicated. Why would you lose 10 cents for winning a bet.

  • 6 years ago

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    Buena suerte!

  • Scout
    Lv 6
    7 years ago

    I think everyone did a good job explaining that, some in a bit rude fashion. I think PDQ was trying to say that this is gambling and entertainment so enjoy it like so.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    not a chance

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