Horse racing fans love the thrill of finding value, and William Hill’s brand-new Each Way Extra feature gives you even more control over your betting.
For those who like to back outsiders and want an opportunity to increase their chances of getting a place return, this innovative option lets you tailor your each way bets to suit your strategy.
So, how does it work? Let’s take a look.
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What is Each Way Extra?
Traditionally, when you place an each way (EW) bet, the place terms are fixed. For example, in a big-field handicap you might get four places at 1/5 odds, while in smaller races you may only get two or three places. With Each Way Extra, you’re no longer tied to those standard terms.
Instead, William Hill allows you to choose the number of places you want your bet to be settled on. Want a safer shot at your selection sneaking into the frame? Add extra places to increase your chances of a return. This gives our customers greater flexibility and scope to manage their risk and reward.
How Does It Work in Practice?
Here’s an example:
Imagine you’re looking at a 14-runner handicap at Ascot. The standard each way terms might be 4 places at 1/5 odds. With Each Way Extra, you could:
Add extra places – Take five, or even six places, giving your horse more room to land a return. Your each way odds will be shorter, but your chance of hitting the frame increases.
Key Terms & Conditions
Like any new feature, there are a few rules worth keeping in mind:
- Each Way Extra is available daily from 8am on UK racing and 10am on Irish racing.
- It’s only available on races with 4 or more runners.
- Standard racing rules apply, such as Rule 4 deductions if there are non-runners.
- If the number of runners drops below the number of places offered, that market will be void.
- Best Odds Guaranteed and Cash Out don’t apply to Each Way Extra bets.
In short, it’s a separate market to the traditional EW terms, with its own price adjustments.
Why Try It?
Horse racing is all about finding the edge, spotting value, playing the conditions, and trusting your judgement. Each Way Extra gives you another weapon in your betting armoury.
If you like betting on outsiders, adding places gives you more leeway for them to grab a place return.
If you fancy a strong favourite, taking fewer places could see you pocket a much bigger payout if they win or finish in the top two.
And if you just want to tweak the balance of risk and reward to suit your confidence in a selection, you now have that flexibility at your fingertips.
Final Word
With Each Way Extra, William Hill has put the power back in the punter’s hands. Instead of being locked into standard place terms, you can customise your bet to suit the race and your strategy. Whether you’re all about maximising returns or giving yourself the best possible chance of a payout, this new feature makes betting on horse racing more versatile than ever.
So next time you’re weighing up a tricky handicap or a big-field sprint, why not give Each Way Extra a try? It could be the difference between a near miss and a winning return.
