Yankee Calc
11 bets on 4 picks — two winners needed.
How to Use This Calculator
- Pick your odds format (Decimal, Fractional, or American)
- Drop in the unit stake (the amount riding on each individual bet)
- Punch in the odds for each of your 4 selections
- Flag the outcome for each selection (Won, Lost, or Void)
- Read off the total return, profit, and a breakdown by bet type
Formula
A Yankee consists of 11 bets on 4 selections:
- 6 Doubles: AB, AC, AD, BC, BD, CD
- 4 Trebles: ABC, ABD, ACD, BCD
- 1 Four-fold: ABCD
Total Stake = 11 × Unit Stake
You need at least 2 winners for any return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a Yankee bet?
A Yankee is an 11-bet system across 4 selections: 6 doubles, 4 trebles, and 1 four-fold accumulator. You’ll need at least 2 winners to see any return.
How many winners does a Yankee need?
At least 2 of your 4 selections have to land. Two winners cash 1 double. Three winners cash 3 doubles and 1 treble. Land all 4 and every one of the 11 bets pays.
Yankee versus Lucky 15 — what's the split?
A Lucky 15 tacks 4 singles onto the Yankee, taking it to 15 bets. With a Lucky 15, a single winner guarantees a return. A Yankee needs at least 2 winners but carries a lower total stake.