An Ante Post bet is a long-term bet placed before a competition or tournament begins. It is placed on markets that are settled at the end of the event, such as Champion, Overall Winner, or Best Player of the Tournament, and remains active throughout the competition.
What is an Ante Post bet
An Ante Post bet is a bet placed in advance, before the start of a competition or tournament, on a result that can only be known when the event ends. Unlike a bet on a specific match, which is settled within hours, an Ante Post bet can remain open for weeks or months.
The usual Ante Post markets are those referring to the overall outcome of the competition, such as Champion, Overall Winner, or Best Player of the Tournament. The available markets vary depending on the sport and competition.
When Ante Post bets are placed and how the odds vary
Ante Post bets are placed before the start of the competition, at the time when the market is open. The odds applied to your bet are those in effect when you confirm it, and do not change afterwards even if the market moves.
The odds for Ante Post markets change over time as the event approaches and factors such as the form of the participants, injuries, or participation confirmations change. Therefore, the same selection can have different odds depending on when you place the bet.
When an Ante Post bet is settled
An Ante Post bet remains active until the competition ends and is settled according to the official result of the event. Until that moment, the bet remains open and is not resolved, even if the chosen participant has already played several matches.
For example, if you bet on Brazil to win the World Cup, the bet remains valid throughout the entire tournament and is settled only when there is a champion, regardless of intermediate results.
Difference between an Ante Post bet and a regular bet
The difference between an Ante Post bet and a regular bet lies in when it is placed and when it is settled:
| Feature | Ante Post Bet | Bet on a Specific Event |
|---|---|---|
| Time of Placement | Before the start of the competition | Before or during the specific event |
| Duration | The entire competition | The duration of the event |
| Settlement | When the final result of the tournament is known | At the end of the event |
| Odds Variation | Can change over weeks or months | Changes within a short time frame |
Where to find the rules for Ante Post bets
The conditions applicable to Ante Post bets, including settlement and cancellation rules, are found in the Betano Sports Betting Terms and Conditions. The specific rules for each market can also be checked on the event page itself before confirming the bet.