There is a natural tension in any gaming establishment, whether online or a brick-and-mortar space: players want to win big at the expense of the house, and the house wants to get the better of the punters. This is part of the reason why the ‘house edge’ is such a well-known phenomenon.
As punters try to find the way to success, a world of strategies, systems, and superstitions have sprung up: some are esoteric, some are more analytical. One of the older, simpler, and more famous betting systems is known as the Martingale. So what is it, and how does it work?
This article will explain the Martingale, its application and its history, and will offer a clear recommendation on whether it’s a winning or a losing strategy.