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Rule 4 calculator

Enter your stake, price and withdrawn runners to calculate the deduction, return and profit.

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How Rule 4 works

A Rule 4 deduction reduces winnings when a runner is withdrawn after bets have been struck. Returned stake is shown separately from deducted winnings.

Rule 4 calculator

Stake type
Result
Withdrawn horses

Enter the price of each withdrawn horse (up to five).

Calculated in your browser. Nothing you enter is stored or sent. Check your bookmaker's own rules, which can vary.

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Questions people ask

What prices can I enter?

Enter fractional prices such as 5/2, evens, or decimal prices such as 3.50.

Is this the bookmaker's final settlement?

No. Bookmakers can apply their own published Rule 4 tables, so check the terms for your bet.

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