If one is placing their bets on the internet, it would be best to wait until the screen says that it is "0" time left , this usually leaves 60 seconds to place bet.

If ringing through via telephone , plonk it on at one min. to jump.


I realise one is going to get caught out now & then ,but not enough to worry about .
If the selection wins at less than $2.00 , regress the divisor anyway as if it was paying $2.00 or more , as long as you dont make it an ongoing habit , bet after bet, on odds on mules.

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