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Flat Betting 2026: Fixed Stake Strategy Guide

Flat betting is a strategy where you stake the same percentage of your bankroll on every bet. No doubling, no progression. Simplicity is the main strength. Most professional bettors start with flat.

Difficulty: Beginner
Risk: Low
Updated: Q1 2026

How Flat Betting Works

💡 Flat 2% with 10,000 RUB bankroll

Stake size200 RUB (2% of bankroll)
After 1 lossBankroll: 9,800 RUB, next bet: 196 RUB
After 1 win (odds 2.0)Bankroll: 10,200 RUB, next bet: 204 RUB

Two Types of Flat Betting

Fixed %

Always bet 2% of current bankroll. Amount adjusts automatically with bankroll changes.

Fixed Amount

Always bet 500 RUB. Simpler to calculate but doesn't auto-adjust to bankroll changes.

Verdict

EDITORIAL VERDICT

Flat betting is the best choice for 90% of bettors. Simple to apply, protects against catastrophic losses, easy to track progress. Start with flat 1–2% and use it as a foundation for more complex strategies.

FAQ

Martingale eventually leads to catastrophic loss during a long enough losing streak. Flat protects against ruin — even in the worst streak, you'll only lose a portion of your bankroll.

1% — very conservative. 2% — optimal for most bettors. 3–5% — aggressive, only for bettors with a confirmed edge.

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