A red result
A bet on black does not win merely because the red result happens to be even.
Roulette: wheels, pockets and bet coverage
Infinity's roulette introduction explains the relationship between the ball's final pocket and bet placement. Single numbers, adjacent groups and colours cover different sets. Identify zero pockets and special rules before interpreting a version.
Wheel essentials
- Numbers
- The standard numbered pockets run from 1 to 36.
- Single zero
- The European format adds one 0.
- Double zero
- The American format includes 0 and 00.
- Placement
- A chip's position on the layout identifies the numbers covered.
Inside and outside bets
Rule in context
Inside bets use the numbered grid and its borders. A straight up, split or corner covers a specific small set. A small change in chip placement can change the numbers covered.
Outside bets cover larger groups such as colours, odd or even, low or high and dozens. Do not include 0 or 00 in ordinary red/black or odd/even groups. Any special zero rule needs separate attention.
Round sequence
Straight up
A bet on one specified number.
Split
Covers two permitted adjacent numbers on the layout.
Corner
Covers four numbers meeting at a corner.
Outside group
Covers the qualifying numbers in a stated colour or group.
A short terminology reference
Street
Three numbers in one row.
Line
Six numbers across two adjacent rows.
Dozen
One of the groups 1–12, 13–24 or 25–36.
Column
The twelve numbers in one layout column.
Conventional payout ratios
These are conventional ratios; special or multiplier versions may differ. A 35:1 payout describes profit of 35 times the stake, with the original stake considered separately for total return.
| Topic | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Single number | 35:1, including conventional straight up bets on 0 or 00. |
| Two numbers | A conventional split pays 17:1. |
| Dozen or column | Conventional coverage of twelve numbers pays 2:1. |
| Red or black | Conventionally pays 1:1; zero is outside these groups. |
The sequence of a round
These steps explain how a result is read and do not launch a live game.
Identify the version
Identify the number of zeros and any special features.
Understand placement
Identify the pockets covered by a bet.
Betting closes
Once betting closes, the round awaits its result.
Match the final pocket
If the result is covered, apply the relevant settlement rule.
Three coverage examples
First dozen
7 falls in this group and 17 does not; colour is not the condition.
Zero result
Ordinary red/black and odd/even bets do not cover 0.
Roulette questions
Are single and double zero identical?
No. Adding 00 changes the number of possible pockets.
Is wheel order the same as the layout?
The layout groups and wheel arrangement differ; read bets by their layout position.
Does zero count as even?
Zero is separate for ordinary odd/even bets.
Does covering more numbers assure profit?
No. Payout, total stake and uncovered results all matter.
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