What “1st Frame – Winner” Means in Snooker Betting
The “1st Frame – Winner” market in snooker betting means you are betting on which player will win the very first frame of the match — not the entire match.
A frame is one individual round of play in a snooker match (like a “set” in tennis or a “quarter” in basketball).
So you are predicting who will win the first frame only, regardless of what happens afterward.
Example:
Match:
Ronnie O’Sullivan vs Judd Trump
Betting Market:
1st Frame – Winner
| Option | Odds |
|---|---|
| Ronnie O’Sullivan to win 1st Frame | 1.75 |
| Judd Trump to win 1st Frame | 2.00 |
How It Works:
- If Ronnie O’Sullivan pots the final ball and wins the first frame, your bet on Ronnie to win 1st Frame wins.
- If Judd Trump wins the first frame, your bet loses — even if Ronnie wins the overall match later.
The result of the full match doesn’t matter — only the first frame outcome counts.
Another Example (Frame betting in a short match)
Match:
Mark Selby vs Kyren Wilson (Best of 11 frames)
1st Frame Winner Odds:
- Mark Selby — 1.65
- Kyren Wilson — 2.25
If Kyren wins the opening frame 75–48, then:
- A bet on Kyren Wilson (2.25) wins
- A bet on Mark Selby (1.65) loses
Even if Selby wins the match 6–5 later, your 1st Frame bet result doesn’t change.
Key Betting Tips
1. Study Players’ Opening Frame Records
Some players start slow, while others come out strong.
Example:
- Ronnie O’Sullivan and Neil Robertson often begin fast — good 1st frame picks.
- Mark Selby or John Higgins might need a few frames to warm up — riskier early-frame bets.
Check past matches to see who tends to take early leads.
2. Consider Break-Off Advantage
The player who breaks off (starts the frame) can influence the rhythm.
If you know who breaks first, it can slightly guide your bet — though in professional snooker it’s often not a huge edge.
3. Shorter Matches → More Unpredictable
In best-of-7 or best-of-9 matches, early frames are more volatile.
A single mistake can cost the frame — making underdogs more likely to win a 1st frame.
4. Use Stats from Live Markets
If betting live (in-play), watch the first few shots.
If one player looks nervous or miscuing early, you can quickly back the other to take the 1st frame.
5. Bankroll Strategy
Because it’s a 50/50-type market, don’t go all-in. Use small stakes since one bad safety or fluke can decide the frame.
Summary Table
| Bet Type | You Predict | Based On | Settled After |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Frame Winner | Who wins the first frame | First frame score | Frame 1 only |
Example win: Your player wins Frame 1
Example loss: Opponent wins Frame 1
Example Betting Scenario
Match: Shaun Murphy vs Ali Carter
- Murphy to win 1st Frame — 1.80
- Carter to win 1st Frame — 2.00
You bet ₦10,000 on Carter to win 1st Frame at 2.00
Carter wins the frame 70–60.
Your return = ₦10,000 × 2.00 = ₦20,000 (₦10,000 profit)
Even if Murphy wins the match 6–3 later, your bet has already been settled as a winner after the first frame.
Would you like me to also explain the “1st Frame – Correct Score” (like 1–0, 0–1 with frame points) next? It’s a common related market.