Dutching Calculator
Calculate optimal stakes for multiple selections to guarantee equal profit
Dutching Setup
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Profitable Dutch
Dutch percentage: 57.50%
Stake Distribution
Total Stake
$100
Return
$174
Dutch %
57.50%
Profit
$74
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How Dutching Works
Understanding the Dutch betting system
Example: 3-Horse Dutch
- 1. Odds: Horse A @ 4.00, Horse B @ 5.00, Horse C @ 8.00
- 2. Implied probabilities: 25% + 20% + 12.5% = 57.5% (Dutch %)
- 3. Stakes on $100:
- Horse A: $100 × (25%/57.5%) = $43.48
- Horse B: $100 × (20%/57.5%) = $34.78
- Horse C: $100 × (12.5%/57.5%) = $21.74
- 4. Return if any wins: ~$173.91 ($73.91 profit)
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Quick Answer
TL;DR summary
Dutching calculates stakes across multiple selections to guarantee equal profit if any selection wins. For 3 horses at decimal odds 4.00, 5.00, and 8.00 with $100 total stake: Horse 1 gets$42.11 (wins $168.42), Horse 2 gets $33.68 (wins $168.42), Horse 3 gets $21.05 (wins $168.42). Same return regardless of winner.
Key Facts About Dutching
Important things to know
- Dutching distributes stakes inversely proportional to odds
- All winning outcomes return the same profit
- Lower odds selections receive larger stakes
- Combined implied probability must be under 100% for profit
- Often used in horse racing with multiple contenders
- Reduces risk by covering multiple outcomes
- Best when you believe multiple runners have value
- Not the same as arbitrage - all bets are with one bookmaker
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dutching
What is Dutching in betting?
Dutching is a betting strategy where you back multiple selections in the same event with stakes calculated to return the same profit regardless of which selection wins. It's named after Dutch bookmakers who pioneered the technique.
How do I calculate Dutching stakes?
For each selection, divide 1 by the decimal odds to get implied probability. Sum all implied probabilities to get the "Dutch percentage." Then stake on each selection = (Total Stake × Selection's Implied Prob) / Dutch Percentage.
When should I use Dutching?
Use Dutching when you believe multiple runners have a chance to win and the combined implied probability is less than 100%. It's popular in horse racing, greyhound racing, and any multi-runner events where several selections look favorable.
Is Dutching guaranteed profit?
No. Unlike arbitrage (where you bet with multiple bookmakers), Dutching with one bookmaker only profits if one of your selected outcomes wins. If none win, you lose all stakes. Dutching spreads risk but doesn't eliminate it.
What's the difference between Dutching and arbitrage?
Arbitrage involves betting on ALL outcomes (with different bookmakers) for guaranteed profit. Dutching involves betting on MULTIPLE but not all outcomes (usually same bookmaker). Arbitrage is risk-free; Dutching still has risk if none of your selections win.
Can I Dutch with any odds?
You can calculate Dutch stakes with any odds, but for profit, the combined implied probability of your selections should be under 100%. If over 100%, you're guaranteed to lose money even if a selection wins (the overround eats your profit).