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Horse Racing AntePost - 1xBet
This is the Horse Racing AntePost hub: early betting on major races weeks or months ahead with enhanced odds on classics, festivals, and championship events. Lock in value before prices shorten as race day approaches. Sign in on 1xBet and place AntePost bets on 1xBet.

How AntePost betting works
AntePost betting lets you back horses well before race day at potentially bigger odds. Markets open months ahead for events like Cheltenham Festival, Royal Ascot, Kentucky Derby, Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, and Dubai World Cup. Key differences: non-runner no bet may not apply, odds fluctuate with form/news, and early value often beats starting price. Check Live betting for race-day markets.
Quick start
Sign in on 1xBet.
Open Horse Racing section or browse futures markets.
Select a major meeting: Cheltenham, Royal Ascot, Breeders' Cup, or regional festivals.
Choose AntePost markets (race winner, each-way, without favorite), add to slip, confirm.
Track your selections via Mobile app as race day approaches.
AntePost markets explained
Race Winner — Back your horse weeks/months early.
Each-Way — Win and place coverage at fraction of odds.
Without the Favorite — Market excluding likely favorite.
Top Trainer/Jockey — Festival/meeting aggregates.
Match Bets — Horse vs horse finishing position.
Place Only — Simplified place betting.
Enhanced Odds — Boosted prices on selected runners.
Non-Runner Money Back — Protection on some races (check terms).
Major AntePost races
The racing calendar features year-round AntePost opportunities. Cheltenham Festival (March) offers Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle markets from autumn. Royal Ascot (June) opens months ahead. Flat classics like the Derby and Oaks build through winter. International highlights include Melbourne Cup, Japan Cup, and Pegasus World Cup. Browse other sports in the main Sports section.
Mobile betting features
Manage AntePost bets on the go with Mobile app:
Price alerts when odds move
Race reminders and notifications
Form updates and news
Same 1xBet account across devices
AntePost betting guide
Market Type | What it means | Best for | Non-Runner Rules | In the app |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Outright Winner | Back horse to win | Strong fancies months ahead | Check specific race | |
Each-Way | Win + place terms | Big-field handicaps | Usually no refund | |
Without Favorite | Exclude market leader | Finding value | Market specific | |
Top Jockey (Meeting) | Most wins at festival | Championship races | Stakes returned if no ride | |
Top Trainer (Meeting) | Most wins at meeting | Stable form | Full meeting only | |
Match Bet | Horse A vs Horse B | Head-to-head | Both must run | |
Place Only | Top 2/3/4 finish | Consistent types | Field size dependent | |
Winning Distance | Margin of victory | Class edges | Winner only | |
Special Doubles | Multiple race bets | Linked events | All must run | |
Enhanced Odds | Boosted prices | Selected runners | Time limited | |
Responsible play | Tools & limits | Any time | — |
Mini-FAQ
What is AntePost betting?
Early betting on races weeks/months before they run, often at bigger odds than on race day.
Do I get refunded if my horse doesn't run?
Check specific race terms — some offer "Non-Runner Money Back" while traditional AntePost stakes are lost.
Which races offer AntePost markets?
Major festivals and classics: Cheltenham, Royal Ascot, Kentucky Derby, Melbourne Cup, and more.
Popular events and sports news
AntePost horse racing: questions and answers
When do AntePost markets close?
An updated list of runners is published one or two days before the race, depending on its class. Long-term markets close as soon as the race-day odds are released.
What happens to an AntePost bet if the race is moved or cancelled?
A race postponed to another day and announced in official sources keeps all bets valid. If bad weather pushes it to the next day, long-term bets stay open until the start, and if the race is cancelled altogether, stakes on long-term markets are refunded.
What does SP mean?
SP, or Starting Price, is the odds at the start of the race, officially calculated as the average of the odds offered at that moment. If a runner withdraws before the off and no new SP market has been formed, bets on that runner are settled at odds of 1.
Which bets are settled first, race-day or AntePost?
Bets placed on the event on race day are settled first, and long-term bets follow.