AntePost wagers are accepted on the basis all-in run or not, entered or not. Except where specifically stated otherwise, stakes are lost on an AntePost bet if a selection does not take part and no Rule 4 (Deductions) is made from winning AntePost bets. If a race is postponed to another day, bets placed in the AntePost book will stand, providing the initial entry stage is not re-opened, in which case bets are void. If a race is abandoned, or declared void, bets placed in the AntePost book will be void. If the running surface is altered (e.g. Turf to Dirt/All Weather or vice versa), all AntePost bets will be void.
When the same horse is taken to win two or more races in AntePost doubles, trebles and accumulators special reduced odds will be offered.
Classic and other Trials
On days when classic or other trials occur, AntePost betting may be suspended and new prices issued.
Jockey Club Rule 121
Jockey Club Rule 121 decrees that Stewards are empowered to reduce the numbers in a race if, at the overnight declaration stage, too many have been left in for the safety of horses and jockeys. AntePost bets on horses compulsorily withdrawn will be void and stakes returned. Bookmakers in these circumstances are authorised to make appropriate deductions from winning bets on the race, depending on the price(s) of the withdrawn horse(s) at the time of withdrawal in accordance with Rule 4 (Deductions). On the 'Day of the Race Prices' Rule 4 (Deductions) will also apply.
AntePost Settlement
AntePost bets are settled at the Price and Place terms applicable at the time of acceptance. Should a wrong Price or Place terms be given in error we reserve the right to settle the bet at the correct Price/Place terms that were available at the time the bet was struck.
Multi-Event Wagers with Non-Runners
Should a wager struck at a price on the day of an event couple selection(s) in that event with selection(s) in future event(s) then if the first selection(s) does not run the wager will be executed on the remaining selection(s) on the basis of all-in, run or not.
Rule 4 (Deductions) Table
Deduction table for withdrawals other than AntePost – Pence in the £