Alright, folks, let’s dive into this whole “bonus bets” thing on DraftKings. I’ve been messing around with sports betting for a while now, and DraftKings is one of the platforms I use. So, I figured I’d share my experience with these bonus bets, ’cause honestly, it was a little confusing at first.
Figuring Out What They Are
First things first, I had to figure out what these bonus bets actually were. I kept seeing them pop up in my account, but I wasn’t totally sure how they worked. Basically, I learned that they’re like “free plays” – DraftKings gives them to you as a promotion, either when you sign up, or sometimes just randomly.
Getting My Hands on Some
So I can share my experience, I’ve got some bonus bets myself. My journey started with the following steps:
- Signing Up: It all started when I initially signed up on DraftKings, and they gave me a welcome bonus, I remembered that part of it was in the form of bonus bets!
- Keeping an Eye Out:Then I kept looking at the “Promotions” tab. That’s where they usually announce all sorts of deals, and sometimes they include bonus bets.
- Checking My Account: Sometimes I have found a notification, Draftkings would just drop them into my account. Gotta check regularly!
Using the Bonus Bets
Here is the most important part, using the bonus bets. I remember doing these things.
- Find a Bet: I picked a sport I’m familiar with, I didn’t want to go too crazy. Just found a game and a bet I thought had a decent chance.
- Look for the Option: When I added my bet to the bet slip, there was a little toggle or button that said something like “Apply Bonus Bet”. I made sure to click that!
- Place It: I double-checked everything and hit “Place Bet”. The bet amount didn’t come out of my actual cash balance, which was the whole point.
The Outcome (Wins and Losses)
Now, here’s the key thing I learned about bonus bets: you don’t get the stake back if you win. Let me explain.
Let’s say I had a $10 bonus bet, and I used it on a bet with +100 odds (meaning I’d double my money if I won). If I won with a regular $10 cash bet, I’d get $20 back ($10 stake + $10 winnings). But with the bonus bet, I only got the $10 winnings. The original $10 bonus bet just disappears.
I’ve had some bonus bets win, and some lose. It’s just like regular betting in that sense. But it’s definitely cool to win something without having to risk your own money.
My Overall Take
So, my overall take on DraftKings bonus bets? They’re pretty sweet, to be honest. It’s a way to try out betting without putting your own cash on the line, especially when you’re just starting out. Just remember that you don’t get the bonus bet amount back if you win – only the actual winnings. And always, always make sure you understand the terms and conditions before you use them. I learned that the hard way a couple of times!
Hope this helps you out, and I would share more betting experience next time.