What is a showdown

Showdowns are racing events that combine strategy, skill, and a dash of luck. Participants enter by paying a fee and selecting runners for multiple races, called legs. 

The goal? Accumulate the most points based on your chosen runners’ performance.

Here’s how it works:

• Entry: Pay the fee and make your selections for each leg.
• Scoring: Points are awarded based on official win and place dividends of your chosen runners.
• Leaderboard: Rankings update after each leg, keeping the competition intense.
• Re-entry option: Underperforming early? You can re-enter for an additional fee.
• Prizes: The total prize pool, funded by entry fees, is distributed among top performers.

What makes Showdowns exciting:

• Multiple winners: Not just one champion – several participants can win prizes.
• Strategic depth: Success requires careful runner selection and understanding of racing odds.
• Dynamic competition: Real-time leaderboard updates keep everyone engaged.

Showdowns offer a unique blend of betting excitement and competitive spirit. Whether you’re a racing expert or a casual fan, these events provide an entertaining way to test your skills and potentially win big.  

What can I win

Showdowns prizes, providing multiple opportunities to win:

Main Showdown Payouts

These are awarded for performance across the entire Showdown (all races).The number of payouts and their values are outlined in the Prize Table.Payouts are estimated until the Showdown is completed.

The Prize Table, accessible via a button on the home screen after logging in, provides detailed information on the potential payouts for each category. This includes the estimated payouts for 100% or 1.0 Entry (Flexi entries receive a proportional share of the payout).

It’s important to note that all payouts are estimated and subject to change until the respective portion of the Showdown (Front Half, Back Half, or entire Showdown) is completed. The final payouts depend on factors such as the number of entries and the completion of eligible races.

This multi-tiered payout structure adds depth to the Showdown, rewarding both overall performance and strong showings in different sections of the competition.

Back Yourself Bets

A new exciting way of placing a bet on the Showdown, when choosing your 12 horses to get you top points to win the main showdown, you can bet on top for Any 2 to any 12 to win your races with great odds for you to stake against.  

How do I know how many players are in a showdown?

You can easily find out how many players are in a Showdown. Here’s where to look:

Betslip Count Location:

Displayed on the home page of both the app and website

Information Provided:

Shows the total number of Betslips purchased for the current Showdown

Real-Time Updates:

• The count may update as new entries are purchased
• Check regularly for the most current information
  
  

Visibility:

• Easily accessible without navigating through multiple pages
• Typically shown alongside other key Showdown information
  
  

Remember, the number of Betslips gives you a clear indication of how many entries are competing in the current Showdown. This information is readily available on the main page of the UPC Showdown website/app

How do you accumulate points?

Winning Selections

When your selected horse wins a race (leg), you earn points.Points awarded are equal to the Best Tote odds for that horse.

Place Selections
You also earn points if your selected horse places (usually 2nd or 3rd, depending on field size).Again, points awarded are based on the Best Tote place odds.

Best Tote Odds
"Best Tote" refers to the highest dividend offered among the major totalizators.This system ensures you always get the best possible point value for your selections.

No Points Scenarios
In races where there is no official place dividend, only the win selection earns points.If your horse doesn't win or place, you receive no points for that leg.

Accumulation
Your total points are the sum of all points earned across the legs.Both wins and places contribute to your overall score.

Leaderboard Position
The more points you accumulate, the higher you'll climb on the leaderboard!