Canadian (Super Yankee) Calculator
5 selections making 26 bets - a popular system bet without singles
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What is a Canadian (Super Yankee) Bet?
A Canadian, also known as a Super Yankee, is a system bet consisting of 5 selections which creates 26 separate bets. Like the Yankee, it excludes singles, so you need at least 2 winners to get any return.
Bet Breakdown
10 Doubles - Every combination of 2 selections
10 Trebles - Every combination of 3 selections
5 Four-Folds - Every combination of 4 selections
1 Five-Fold - All 5 selections combined
Total: 26 bets = 10 + 10 + 5 + 1
How Returns Work
0-1 Winners
Lose entire stake (need at least 2 winners for any return)
2 Winners
Win 1 double (small return, unlikely to cover stake)
3-4 Winners
Multiple doubles, trebles, and four-folds pay out
5 Winners
Win all 26 bets for maximum returns
Example Calculation
Let's see how a Canadian bet performs with a $1 stake per bet:
Scenario: All 5 Selections Win at 3.00 Odds
10 Doubles: 10 x ($1 x 9.00) = $90
10 Trebles: 10 x ($1 x 27.00) = $270
5 Four-Folds: 5 x ($1 x 81.00) = $405
1 Five-Fold: $1 x 243.00 = $243
Total Return: $1,008 | Profit: $982
Canadian vs Yankee
A Yankee uses 4 selections creating 11 bets, while a Canadian (Super Yankee) uses 5 selections creating 26 bets. Both exclude singles, requiring at least 2 winners for any return. The Canadian offers higher potential returns but costs more than double the Yankee.
Comparison
Yankee: 4 selections, 11 bets (6 doubles + 4 trebles + 1 four-fold)
Canadian: 5 selections, 26 bets (10 doubles + 10 trebles + 5 four-folds + 1 five-fold)
Adding 1 selection more than doubles your bets and potential returns
When to Use a Canadian
5 Strong Picks
You have 5 selections with good confidence
Higher Returns Than Yankee
Want more coverage than a 4-selection Yankee
Horse Racing
Popular for racing meets with multiple strong tips
Football Weekends
Great for weekend accumulators across multiple matches
Canadian vs Lucky 31
A Lucky 31 is a Canadian plus 5 singles (31 bets total). The Lucky 31 guarantees returns with just 1 winner, but costs more. Many bookmakers also offer bonuses on Lucky 31 bets (consolation for 1 winner, bonus for all 5 winning).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Canadian (Super Yankee) bet?
A Canadian, also called a Super Yankee, is a system bet on 5 selections creating 26 bets: 10 doubles, 10 trebles, 5 four-folds, and 1 five-fold accumulator. It doesn't include singles, so you need at least 2 winners to get any return.
How many winners do I need for a Canadian to pay out?
You need at least 2 winners from your 5 selections to receive any return. With 0 or 1 winner, you lose your entire stake because there are no singles. Two winners return just one double, often not enough to cover your stake at short odds.
How much does a Canadian bet cost?
A Canadian costs 26 times your unit stake. For example, $1 per bet = $26 total, $10 per bet = $260 total. For each-way Canadians, the cost doubles to 52 bets.
Why is it called a Canadian or Super Yankee?
The name "Super Yankee" comes from it being an expansion of the Yankee bet (4 selections). "Canadian" is the more traditional name used in the UK and Commonwealth countries. Both names refer to the same bet type with 5 selections and 26 bets.
What's the difference between a Canadian and Lucky 31?
A Lucky 31 adds 5 singles to the Canadian (31 bets vs 26). This means Lucky 31 costs more but guarantees returns with just 1 winner. Many bookmakers also offer bonuses on Lucky 31s.
Can I place an each-way Canadian bet?
Yes, an each-way Canadian doubles your stake to 52 bets (26 win + 26 place). This is common in horse racing with place terms. Each-way provides better coverage for placed horses, but at twice the cost.
What odds work best for Canadian bets?
Medium odds (2.00-4.00) work well for Canadians. Very short odds give poor returns even with 5 winners. Very long odds increase variance dramatically. The sweet spot is confident selections around 2.50-3.50 where multiples compound nicely.
How does the five-fold accumulator affect returns?
The five-fold only pays if all 5 selections win, but it offers the biggest single payout. At 3.00 odds each, the five-fold pays 243x stake. It's the "jackpot" component that makes all 5 winners so lucrative compared to partial wins.