The Canadian (often called a Super Yankee) takes the Yankee concept and expands it to 5 selections. It is a high-volume system designed for bettors who want to cover every combination of a 5-fold accumulator.
It consists of 26 bets: 10 Doubles, 10 Trebles, 5 Four-Folds, and 1 Five-Fold.
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Using the Canadian Calculator
This bet is popular in horse racing for a card of 5 races.
- Enter Odds: Input the odds for your 5 runners.
- Unit Stake: Be careful—a $1 unit stake costs $26 total. A $10 unit stake costs $260.
- Minimum to Return: You need at least 2 winners to get a return (one Double).
Why Play a Super Yankee?
The power of this bet is in the Trebles and Four-Folds. If you hit 4 out of 5 winners at decent odds (e.g., 5.00), the compounding effect of the 10 Trebles and 5 Four-Folds creates a massive payout, even though you missed the “perfect” 5-fold.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does a Canadian bet include singles?
No. Like the Yankee, the Canadian/Super Yankee does not cover Single bets. If you want singles included for 5 selections, you should look for a “Lucky 31” calculator (31 bets).