Summing up my results for three months

By Serge Gorelikov | Published: December 30, 2025

Over these three months, we've covered a path that takes years for many bettors. This wasn't a series of random bets or a chase for quick money. It was systematic work. More than 50 bets, an average odds of 2.00+, constant analysis, mistakes, adjustments, and conclusions. And most importantly, an understanding that it's not luck or one-off winning streaks that matter, but mathematics, discipline, and bankroll management.

The Christmas challenge deserves special mention. It became a logical culmination of all the work done. It wasn't a reckless "let's see what happens" experiment, but a test of the system under limited time and increased pressure. The challenge brought profit - but even more importantly, it confirmed this: if you approach betting like a job, results will come. Not always immediately, not always smoothly, but they do come. The final bet at odds of 4.68 on Espanyol to win is proof of that.

Many beginners are obsessed with winning streaks. You constantly hear questions like: "How much did you win?" or "What's the win percentage?" This is a trap. A high win rate with low odds doesn't save you if your bankroll is managed poorly. You can win 7 bets out of 10 and still stay flat or end up in the red. And on the contrary, with proper work on odds of 2.00+ and correct bankroll distribution, even a losing streak doesn't knock you off the course. We saw that during the Christmas challenge, where we had nine losing bets but still ended up profitable.

The key is balance. Odds must have value, not just be minimally safe. The bankroll must not be staked all-in or used to chase losses. Every bet is part of the long distance, not a last chance. I deliberately worked with higher odds and accepted the fact that not every bet would win. That's normal. That's the real world of betting - not the illusion sold as "guaranteed picks".

Over these months, I've once again become convinced that betting is, first and foremost, about psychology. The ability not to increase stakes after a loss. The ability not to lose your head after a win. The ability to stick to the plan, even when it feels like "this one has to come in." Most people lose their bankroll not because of bad predictions, but because of a lack of discipline.

My message to you is simple. If you want to last in betting, think in terms of the long run. Learn to calculate, not to hope. Choose odds with real value. Manage your bankroll so that no single bet decides your fate. I describe all of this in detail in my articles. And most importantly, don't treat betting as a game or entertainment. It is hard work, where mistakes are paid for with money, and patience and a cool head are rewarded.

The path in betting isn't fast, but it's honest. And anyone ready to work instead of waiting for a miracle will sooner or later see results.

Serge Gorelikov is a professional bettor who writes a weekly column for MightyTips. He explores how the betting world works, covering everything from the basics to advanced strategies. To follow Serge's latest predictions and betting tips, join our Telegram channel.