> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.horse.fun/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Placing Entries > Step-by-step guide to submitting and managing your entries ## Before You Enter Click "Connect Wallet" and select your Solana wallet (Phantom, Solflare, etc.) The protocol only requests permission to view your address and approve transactions. Your private keys remain secure in your wallet. Check you have enough SOL for: * Your entry amount (minimum 0.01 SOL) * Solana transaction fees (\~0.000005 SOL) Keep a small SOL buffer for transaction fees. Running out mid-race could prevent entry submission. Entries can only be submitted during the 120-second entry phase: * **Green timer:** Entries open * **Red timer:** Entries closed, race in progress *** ## Submitting a Single Entry Review current race information: * **Track type:** A, B, C, or D * **Horse probabilities:** Win chances for each horse * **Pool distribution:** How much has been entered on each horse Click on the horse you want to back: * Horse card highlights * Entry input panel appears * Displays horse probability and current pool Type your entry amount in SOL: ``` Minimum: 0.01 SOL Maximum: 1000 SOL ``` The interface shows: * Estimated payout range * Your share of the horse pool * Impact on total pool Estimated payouts are based on current pool distribution. Final payouts depend on the pool when entries close. Check the summary: ``` Horse: #5 Amount: 10 SOL Win Probability: 11% Estimated 1st Place Payout: 85-120 SOL ``` Click "Enter Race" Your wallet prompts for approval: * Review transaction details * Transaction fee: \~0.000005 SOL * Click "Approve" Transaction confirms in 1-2 seconds: * Success message appears * Your entry is added to the pool * Pool distribution updates Your entry is now locked for this race. You can submit additional entries on other horses. *** ## Submitting Multiple Entries You can enter multiple horses in the same race: **Submit entries one at a time:** 1. Enter 5 SOL on Horse #3 2. Wait for confirmation 3. Enter 3 SOL on Horse #7 4. Wait for confirmation 5. Enter 2 SOL on Horse #1 **Pros:** * See pool updates after each entry * Adjust strategy based on changes * More control **Cons:** * Takes more time * Multiple transaction fees * Pool may change significantly between entries **Submit multiple entries simultaneously:** Select "Multi-Entry Mode": * Add Horse #3: 5 SOL * Add Horse #7: 3 SOL * Add Horse #1: 2 SOL * Total: 10 SOL Submit all at once **Pros:** * Single transaction fee * Faster execution * Pool impact happens atomically **Cons:** * Must decide all entries upfront * Cannot adjust mid-phase * Higher single transaction cost if one fails Most players use sequential entries to maintain flexibility as pool dynamics evolve. *** ## Entry Strategies by Timing ### Early Entries (0-40 seconds) **When to use:** * You have high conviction in a horse * Want to place large entries without pool manipulation detection * Entering under-priced horses before others notice **Example:** ``` 30 seconds into entry phase Total pool: 2,000 SOL Horse #6: 4% of pool (80 SOL) Win probability: 10% You enter 100 SOL on Horse #6 New pool on #6: 180 SOL (still undervalued) ``` **Risks:** * Pool can change dramatically * Estimated payouts less accurate * May want to adjust later (requires a new entry) ### Mid Entries (40-90 seconds) **When to use:** * Most common entry window * Good balance of information and time * Pool stabilizing but still has time for adjustments **Example:** ``` 70 seconds into entry phase Total pool: 7,500 SOL Horse #4: 8% of pool (600 SOL) Win probability: 11% Value score: 11/8 = 1.375 (fair value) You enter 50 SOL on Horse #4 ``` **Benefits:** * Better pool visibility * More accurate payout estimates * Still time for additional entries ### Late Entries (90-120 seconds) **When to use:** * Want maximum pool certainty * Experienced player exploiting last-minute inefficiencies * Small entries that won't affect pool **Example:** ``` 110 seconds into entry phase Total pool: 9,800 SOL Horse #8: 2% of pool (196 SOL) Win probability: 9% Value score: 9/2 = 4.5 (excellent value!) You enter 20 SOL on Horse #8 ``` **Risks:** * ⚠️ **Network delays:** Transaction might not confirm in time * Limited time for multiple entries * High pressure decision-making Never enter in the final 5 seconds! Network congestion can cause transactions to arrive after entries close, resulting in a failed entry. *** ## Entry Sizing Guidelines ### Conservative Approach ``` Capital: 100 SOL Entry per race: 1-2 SOL (1-2%) Races per session: 10-20 Expected variance: Low ``` **Best for:** * New players learning the system * Risk-averse strategies * Long-term HORSE token accumulation ### Moderate Approach ``` Capital: 100 SOL Entry per race: 3-5 SOL (3-5%) Races per session: 15-30 Expected variance: Medium ``` **Best for:** * Experienced players * Balanced risk-reward * Sustainable growth ### Aggressive Approach ``` Capital: 100 SOL Entry per race: 10-20 SOL (10-20%) Races per session: 5-10 Expected variance: High ``` **Best for:** * Advanced players with an informational advantage * Jackpot hunting * High-risk tolerance Position-sizing guidance for sustainable play *** ## Managing Active Entries ### Viewing Your Entries During the entry phase, see your active entries: ``` Your Entries This Race: Horse #3: 10 SOL → Estimated payout: 85-120 SOL Horse #7: 5 SOL → Estimated payout: 30-45 SOL Horse #1: 3 SOL → Estimated payout: 6-10 SOL Total Entry: 18 SOL Potential Return: 121-175 SOL ``` ### Entry History Access past races: * Race ID and timestamp * Horses entered and amounts * Actual results and payouts * HORSE tokens earned * Jackpot wins *** ## Common Entry Patterns ### Hedging Strategy Back multiple horses to guarantee a win: ``` Track B Race: Enter 4 SOL on Horse #1 (18% prob) Enter 3 SOL on Horse #2 (15% prob) Enter 3 SOL on Horse #3 (13% prob) Total: 10 SOL Combined win probability: 46% ``` **Outcome:** * 46% chance of winning 1st place payout * Guaranteed to lose 54% of the time * Reduces variance, lowers ceiling ### Value Hunting Focus on under-backed horses: ``` Track C Race, 120 seconds in: Horse #6: 11% prob, 5% of pool → Value: 2.2 Horse #8: 9% prob, 3% of pool → Value: 3.0 Enter 60% on Horse #6, 40% on Horse #8 ``` **Outcome:** * High expected value * Requires pool analysis skills * Higher variance ### Favorite Focus (Jackpot Strategy) Always back the top 2 horses: ``` Every race: Enter 70% on highest probability horse Enter 30% on second highest Goal: Maximize 1st place wins for jackpot opportunities ``` **Outcome:** * High hit rate * Lower per-race ROI * Accumulates HORSE tokens * Better jackpot equity *** ## Mistakes to Avoid **Mistake:** Submitting entries in the final 10 seconds **Risk:** Network delays could cause the entry to arrive after close **Solution:** Submit at least 15 seconds before close **Mistake:** Only looking at win probabilities **Risk:** Missing value opportunities and over-committing to favorites **Solution:** Always check pool distribution, calculate value scores **Mistake:** Risking >20% of capital on a single race **Risk:** One loss significantly damages capital **Solution:** Use a fixed percentage of your balance (1-5%) per race **Mistake:** Doubling entry sizes after a losing run **Risk:** Rapid capital depletion **Solution:** Stick to predetermined entry sizes regardless of results **Mistake:** No record of entries and outcomes **Risk:** Cannot analyze performance or improve strategy **Solution:** Use built-in entry history or maintain external spreadsheet *** ## Next Steps Understand how pool dynamics affect your payouts Learn how your winnings are calculated Master entry strategies for each track Submit your first entry now!