Punter needs one horse to win to turn a fiver into £9,000 but faces agonising Cheltenham Festival wait

The bettor has already bet on 10-1, 13-2 and 5-5 winners. He needs American Mike to win to make £9,281.25 from a fiver and see his 1,855- 1 bet come in. American Michael runs on the Wednesday of Cheltenham - March 16 and Dunboyne on Thursday. The better's £5,466.56 payout is smaller on that bet because he backed the first three horses to finish in the places.

Ante post punting can be worthwhile or disastrous. Even money Arkle favourite Ferny Hollow was ruled out of the Festival due to injury last week. If both horses win, the punter will spend the money on saving for another house, treating loved ones and treating horses.

Remember to gamble responsibly. Establishes time and monetary limits before playing. Gambling is not worth it if one is upset, angry or depressed.

Establishes time and monetary limits before playing. Gambling only with money they can afford to lose.