Payout discrepancies often arise due to differences in wager amounts. Typically, payouts for win, place, or show bets are based on a $2 wager, so a $1 bet would yield half the listed payout. Exactas, Trifectas, Superfectas, and Pick wagers usually have a specified base amount. State taxes, particularly in Illinois, can reduce payouts if the track's "breakage" doesn't cover the tax. Scratches, especially late ones, can also affect payouts. It's crucial to verify online wagers for accuracy by checking your bets or account history. For more on handling scratches and other issues, refer to the provided link.
Sometimes questions come up about the amount of a payout or why you received a certain payout. Usually, the main reason a payout looks different is because the wager amount you placed doesn't match the amount the payoff is based on.
For example, if you bet $1 to win on a horse and check the results on our site, you might expect to get paid that full amount. However, the industry standard payout for win, place, or show bets is based on a $2.00 wager. If no base wager amount is listed, it’s typically $2. In these cases, since you bet $1, which is half of $2, your payout will be half of the listed amount.
Usually, Exactas, Trifectas, Superfectas, and Pick wagers show a base amount before the winning runners and payout. For example: $1 ex 4,5 $24.50
If you receive less than the track payout, it might be due to state taxes if you live in Illinois. Typically, the host track covers this through "breakage" (the leftover pennies after the track rounds off payments). Sometimes there isn’t enough breakage to cover the tax for everyone, so you might see a small amount deducted from your winnings.
Scratches can also affect your payout, especially if they happen late. To learn how the host track handles these situations, please visit: https://support.twinspires.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055113032-Scratches-Cancellations-Refunds-Ticket-Changes-Dead-Heats-and-Wager-Disputes-FAQ
When placing wagers online, it’s a good idea to double-check your bets to make sure they were placed correctly. You can review your wagers by going to your bets or checking your account history through your browser or the app.