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Roulette How to beat roulette -- Is it possible ??

Discussion in 'Roulette Forum' started by RouletteTools, Jan 29, 2025.

  1. RouletteTools

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    The Law of Averages in Roulette – Myth vs. Reality

    Introduction

    The law of averages is often thrown around in gambling discussions, especially in roulette. Many players believe that if a number or color hasn’t hit in a while, it is “due” to appear soon. But is this really true? In this blog, we’ll break down the law of averages, how it applies to roulette, and why misunderstanding it can lead to costly mistakes.

    The Reality of Roulette Odds

    Roulette is a game of pure chance, governed by strict mathematical probabilities. Each spin is independent of the last, meaning that previous outcomes have no effect on future spins. In European roulette, for example, the probability of landing on red is 48.65%, black is 48.65%, and green (zero) is 2.7%.

    The law of averages, in a true statistical sense, suggests that over a very long number of spins, the actual results will begin to reflect the expected probabilities. However, in the short term, variance plays a huge role, and streaks can occur that defy expectations.

    Common Misconceptions

    The Gambler’s Fallacy

    One of the biggest misunderstandings is the gambler’s fallacy—the belief that if red has appeared six times in a row, black is now “due.” In reality, the odds on the next spin remain the same. A streak of 10, 15, or even more of the same outcome is rare but entirely possible. This is how casinos capitalize on players who chase losses, expecting an outcome to “balance out.”

    Betting Systems & Martingale

    Many betting systems, such as the Martingale strategy, rely on the idea that losing streaks can’t last forever. The Martingale method involves doubling your bet after a loss so that when you eventually win, you recover all losses and make a small profit. While this can work in theory, table limits and bankroll constraints make it risky—one long streak of losses can wipe out your funds before a win occurs.

    Short-Term Variance vs. Long-Term Expectation

    The law of averages only holds over thousands or millions of spins. In the short term, anything can happen. Just because black has hit 80 times in 150 spins doesn’t mean red will dominate the next 150. The casino’s edge (2.7% in European roulette) ensures that over time, players will lose more than they win, regardless of streaks.

    How Understanding It Helps Players

    Avoids bad bets based on faulty logic – Recognizing that each spin is independent can prevent emotional betting.

    Encourages better bankroll management – Instead of chasing losses, players can set limits and play within their means.

    Helps spot casino myths – Understanding probability makes you less likely to fall for “hot” or “cold” number myths.

    Conclusion

    The law of averages does not guarantee short-term outcomes. Each roulette spin is independent, and streaks can last longer than most players expect. The best approach is to play for entertainment, set limits, and not rely on faulty logic to make betting decisions. In the end, the house edge remains constant—no matter how many times red or black has hit in a row.




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    Doesn't Gambler’s Fallacy work on how far a streak of reds goes ?? so how far do streaks go ??? They have to end eventually right ?? and do streaks of 2/1 bets go further than 1/1 streaks ??? Why is it when people talk about gamblers fallacy they only mention 1/1 bets ??? There's a flaw is this madness !!!

     
  2. Naughty but nice

    Naughty but nice Well-Known Member

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    Nice nothing knew read.
     
  3. Naughty but nice

    Naughty but nice Well-Known Member

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    I got thousands of 185 blocks of numbers from the DSAA's touted rand org.
    What was collected was how the starting 37 hit.
    Let's look at 10 non-hit have shown. Just for the fun of it; no repeat. Now Winkle shows that on average 2 numbers could have repeated in 13 spins. ( Go find Luck of the Irish 500 000 cycles of 37 spins. Shows exactly LOTT).
    So, 27 non-hit remain. Rand org shows max spins to find one of these 27 non-hits; to date has taken 6 spins.
    So if your BR let's you bet 3 times, do you wait 3 spins knowing for weeks and weeks it's still max 6 spins, do you then bet. Or wait 4, then bet? You might wait weeks for the bet.
    The average to hit for non-hits hasn't changed in God knows how long.
    up to the 19th non-hit they average to hit in 2 spins.
    up to the 26th non-hit they average to hit in 3 spins.
    up to the 30th non-hit they average to hit in 4 spins. But you need to know their max spin to hit.
    Seen betting for the last 9 non-hits take 23 spins. What was its average to hit? 4 spins.
    Could you survive 19 spins after waiting 4 spins?
    Just something you should know.
    Pasted it for years. Average for non-hit is 9-7-5-3 & 30 If you want repeats average, reverse it
    1-3-5-7 & 30

    Have fun
     
  4. Louisry

    Louisry New Member

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    Only in the first 2 months of this year alone, I made €80k with roulette. I have created my own software tool/app but I was not always that profitable as I was at this point. I made all those years before good money, like €10/12k a month till I found last year a good money management system that improved me enormous. I got now also 2 guys already that I help with it, without having extra work.
     

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