Goliath Bet Calculator

What Is a Goliath Bet?

The Goliath is the largest standard full cover multiple bet in UK betting, consisting of 247 bets on 8 selections: 28 doubles, 56 trebles, 70 four-folds, 56 five-folds, 28 six-folds, 8 seven-folds and 1 eight-fold accumulator. Unlike the Heinz and Super Heinz, it carries no singles, so at least 2 of the 8 selections must win to produce any return.

The Goliath is used by serious punters who regularly select across a full race card, typically at major festival meetings. At a unit stake of just 5p, the total outlay is £12.35 win-only — making it accessible at small stakes while the upside of all eight selections winning is enormous. The 70 four-fold combinations alone can return substantial sums even without the higher-fold accumulators winning.

Goliath vs Super Heinz

A Super Heinz covers 7 selections in 120 bets. Adding an 8th selection for the Goliath more than doubles the bets to 247, reflecting the additional combination coverage. Both omit singles. For punters who routinely identify eight strong selections on a card, the Goliath provides full coverage that would be impractical to replicate manually.

Managing a Goliath Bet

• Use very small unit stakes: Even at 5p per bet the total outlay is over £12. Plan your stake carefully using the calculator above before committing.
• Track your selections: With 247 bets, our calculator’s breakdown view shows you exactly what each combination type returns — essential for understanding your position mid-event.
• Consider bookmaker limits: Some operators apply maximum payout limits on accumulator bets. Check the terms of any bookmaker you use for maximum returns on large-fold combinations.