Patent
Three selections in seven bets: three singles, three doubles and one treble. A single winner already returns something.
A Patent is a Trixie plus singles: three selections across seven bets — three singles, three doubles and one treble.
How it works
Because it includes singles, even one winning selection returns something. That extra cover comes at a cost: the total stake is seven units instead of four.
Worked example
One winner at 3.0 on £1 units (£7 total) still returns £3 from its single, cushioning the loss.
Pros
- Any single winner returns something
- More cover than a Trixie
Cons
- Higher total stake (7 units)
- Returns diluted across more bets
Tips
- Choose a Patent over a Trixie when you want single-winner insurance.
- Weigh the extra stake against the added cover.
FAQ
- What's the difference between a Patent and a Trixie?
- A Patent adds three singles to a Trixie, so one winner already pays — but it costs seven units instead of four.
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