In tennis betting I provide, “1u” or “1 unit” is a standardized way to measure the size of a bet relative to your total bankroll (the amount of money you’ve set aside specifically for betting). This system helps manage risk and maintain consistency regardless of the bettor’s financial situation.
What Does “1u” Mean?
- 1u = 1% of your bankroll
- It represents a fixed percentage rather than a fixed dollar amount.
- This approach is used to minimize the impact of losses and sustain long-term betting success.
Example Breakdown:
If you have a $20,000 bankroll:
- 1u = 1% of $20,000 = $200
- A 2u bet would be $400
- A 0.5u bet would be $100
So when a I recommend “Bet 1u on Team A,” and your bankroll is $20,000, you wager $200 on that bet.
Why Use Units Instead of Dollars?
- Scalability: Whether your bankroll is $100 or $100,000, you can follow the same strategy by adjusting the dollar amount of each unit accordingly.
- Bankroll Management: Betting with units helps protect against losing streaks by keeping bets proportional to your total available funds.
- Risk Control: You’re less likely to overextend yourself by placing bets that are too large, especially during emotional swings.
- Communication: It allows tipsters, betting services, and communities to give advice in a way that’s useful to everyone, regardless of bankroll size.
Recommended Unit Sizes
Depending on your confidence and the type of bet, you might vary your unit sizes:
- 1u = standard bet
- 0.5u or less = low-confidence or high-risk bet
- 2u or more = high-confidence bet (used sparingly)
✅ Summary of Bankroll and units
| Bankroll | 1u (1%) | 2u (2%) | 0.5u (0.5%) |
| $1,000 | $10 | $20 | $5 |
| $5,000 | $50 | $100 | $25 |
| $20,000 | $200 | $400 | $100 |
| $100,000 | $1,000 | $2,000 | $500 |
We focus on using unit strategy over emotion, which is key to long-term profitability.