{"id":270,"date":"2026-08-17T23:34:17","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T05:34:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saskarchery.com\/?p=270"},"modified":"2026-08-17T23:34:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T05:34:17","slug":"olympic-archery-records-and-betting-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saskarchery.com\/?p=270","title":{"rendered":"Olympic Archery Records and Betting Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.bookmaker-table-wrap{width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;margin:1.25rem 0}\n.bookmaker-table{width:100%;min-width:760px;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:15px;line-height:1.45}\n.bookmaker-table th,.bookmaker-table td{border:1px solid #d9dde3;padding:11px 12px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top}\n.bookmaker-table th{background:#f2f5f8;font-weight:700}\n.bookmaker-table tbody tr:nth-child(even){background:#fafbfc}\n.bookmaker-official-button{display:inline-block;background:#f57c00;color:#fff!important;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none!important;padding:10px 15px;border-radius:7px;white-space:nowrap}\n.bookmaker-official-button:hover{background:#d96800;color:#fff!important}\n<\/style>\n<h2>Olympic Archery Records and Betting Trends<\/h2>\n<p>This guide explains which Olympic archery records matter to sports bettors, how bookmakers usually price and settle archery markets, and the betting trends that emerge around major events (especially the Olympic Games). It combines official results and rules from World Archery \/ Olympic sources with a sportsbook-focused review of how archery markets are offered and settled so SaskArchery readers \u2014 archers, coaches and bettors \u2014 can make informed, responsible decisions. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Quick primer: what is recorded at the Olympics<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Ranking round (qualification) \u2014 each recurve archer shoots 72 arrows at 70 metres. Totals determine seeds for elimination brackets; perfect is 720. Olympic and world \u201crecords\u201d are most often set here. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Team ranking round totals \u2014 a team\u2019s score is the sum of three archers (216 arrows maximum). Mixed team ranking uses one male + one female (144 arrows). These seedings can themselves become Olympic records. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/TQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Matchplay \/ finals \u2014 head\u2011to\u2011head sets decide winners (recurve): three arrows per set, two points for a set win, first to six points wins; tied matches use a one\u2011arrow shoot\u2011off. Match and shoot\u2011off outcomes are commonly the basis for match markets. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/200369\/how-does-qualifying-work-archery-olympics\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Official Olympic records you should know (selection)<\/h2>\n<table class=\"bookmaker-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Event<\/th>\n<th>Record (points)<\/th>\n<th>Holder(s)<\/th>\n<th>Games \/ Date<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Men \u2014 72\u2011arrow ranking round (70 m)<\/td>\n<td>700<\/td>\n<td>Kim Woo\u2011jin (KOR)<\/td>\n<td>Rio 2016 (5 Aug 2016). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/142334\/kim-shoots-world-record-olympic-ranking-round\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women \u2014 72\u2011arrow ranking round (70 m)<\/td>\n<td>694<\/td>\n<td>Lim Si\u2011hyeon (KOR)<\/td>\n<td>Paris 2024 (25 Jul 2024). (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Men \u2014 team ranking (216 arrows)<\/td>\n<td>2087<\/td>\n<td>Republic of Korea (Im Dong\u2011hyun, Kim Bub\u2011min, Oh Jin\u2011hyek)<\/td>\n<td>London 2012 (27 Jul 2012). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.olympedia.org\/results\/351144\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">olympedia.org<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women \u2014 team ranking (216 arrows)<\/td>\n<td>2046<\/td>\n<td>Republic of Korea (Jeon Hunyoung, Lim Sihyeon, Nam Suhyeon)<\/td>\n<td>Paris 2024 (25 Jul 2024). (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/TQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mixed team \u2014 ranking (144 arrows)<\/td>\n<td>1380<\/td>\n<td>Kim Woojin \/ Lim Sihyeon (KOR)<\/td>\n<td>Paris 2024 (25 Jul 2024). (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/TQRX.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>These ranking\u2011round records are important to bettors because sportsbooks often post outright and props tied to rank, and a high qualification score can trigger outright market movement and in\u2011play pricing changes \u2014 but that doesn\u2019t make medalling certain (see \u201crecords vs outcomes\u201d below). (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>How Olympic records affect betting markets<\/h2>\n<h3>1) Market creation and timing<\/h3>\n<p>Broadly, major sportsbooks only widen archery coverage around big competitions (Olympics, World Archery Championships, some World Cup stages). During these windows you\u2019ll see outrights (tournament winner \/ podium), match odds (head\u2011to\u2011head), set\/score markets and a variety of props (highest qualification score, qualification leader etc.). Outside these events archery markets are thin or absent. This is an established pattern across bookmaker reviews and sportsbook coverage. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsbettingdime.com\/news\/how-bet-olympics-online-which-sportsbooks-have-odds-full-schedule-events-sportsbook-promos\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sportsbettingdime.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>2) Liquidity and markets<\/h3>\n<p>Archery is a niche market compared with mainstream sports. As a result: market depth is usually light (few markets per match), in\u2011play lines can move sharply on small volumes, and bookmakers may limit stakes. When ranking\u2011round records fall (e.g., Kim 700, Lim 694) you often get an immediate short\u2011term surge in bets and line movement for that athlete and their team markets. Expect tighter limits on popular markets and occasional delays in posting more speculative props. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/142334\/kim-shoots-world-record-olympic-ranking-round\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>3) Settlement rules that matter to bettors<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Most sportsbooks treat \u201coutright \/ podium\u201d as settled on the official podium presentation; later disqualifications usually do not re\u2011open settled bets. Check the operator\u2019s rules before betting. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goldennugget.com\/cripple-creek\/restaurants\/DraftKings-Sportsbook\/draftkings-sportsbook-house-rules\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">goldennugget.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Match and set markets are generally voided if a match doesn\u2019t reach its natural conclusion unless the specific market has already been decided; shoot\u2011offs and extra arrows are usually counted for settlement unless a rule states otherwise \u2014 read the sport\u2011specific terms. (<a href=\"https:\/\/play.betibet.com\/sportsbook-terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">play.betibet.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Arrows that touch a scoring line (line\u2011cutters), rebounders or hanging arrows are scored according to competition officials; bookmakers rely on the official results provider (IANSEO \/ IOC) for settlement. For accuracy and disputes, use official event result pages. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/Details.php?toId=19201\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Common archery betting market types (what to expect)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Outright \/ winner<\/strong> \u2014 bet on the event winner (individual, team, mixed team). Usually available before and during major events. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsbettingdime.com\/news\/how-bet-olympics-online-which-sportsbooks-have-odds-full-schedule-events-sportsbook-promos\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sportsbettingdime.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Match winner (head\u2011to\u2011head)<\/strong> \u2014 standard market for elimination rounds; bookmakers price on set format (first to six points). In\u2011play versions are common during brackets. (<a href=\"https:\/\/help.netbet.co.uk\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/15177901097756-All-Sports-Rules\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">help.netbet.co.uk<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Set or correct\u2011score betting<\/strong> \u2014 correct set score (e.g., 6\u20134) or first\u2011set winner; useful for experienced match\u2011readers. Rules for incomplete sets are operator\u2011specific. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spinaura.com\/sportsbook-rules\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">spinaura.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Totals \/ over\u2011under<\/strong> \u2014 total match points or set points; can be volatile because one bad end swings totals quickly. (<a href=\"https:\/\/play.betibet.com\/sportsbook-terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">play.betibet.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Qualification\/ranking props<\/strong> \u2014 highest qualification score, leader after qualification, national team ranking totals. These are common around ranking rounds where records are set. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Live micro\u2011markets<\/strong> \u2014 \u201cnext set leader,\u201d \u201cnext end winner,\u201d or even single\u2011arrow markets on some in\u2011play platforms; settlement is fast and limits are usually small. Read the live rules carefully. (<a href=\"https:\/\/sports.winissimo.com\/betting-rules\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sports.winissimo.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Betting trends and practical patterns (what the numbers show)<\/h2>\n<h3>Korean dominance, but not certainty<\/h3>\n<p>South Korea is historically dominant at the Olympics and often occupies top seeds and record lists (men\u2019s 700, women\u2019s high scores, multiple team records). That dominance affects lines: Koreans are routinely short\u2011priced in outrights and match markets, and bettors should expect shorter odds and smaller value on them. Still, high seeding or record qualification doesn&#8217;t guarantee gold \u2014 a high seed may be upset in a single\u2011elimination match (the sport\u2019s set system and shoot\u2011offs increase volatility). Use seeding as an indicator, not a certainty. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/142334\/kim-shoots-world-record-olympic-ranking-round\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Qualification leaders often move betting markets \u2014 but not always medals<\/h3>\n<p>A monster ranking\u2011round score (e.g., Kim 700 or Lim 694) affects short\u2011term markets: bookmakers will shorten those archers for match and outright markets, and props tied to the qualification leader will be priced aggressively. But historical examples show qualification leaders can and do get knocked out in elimination rounds because head\u2011to\u2011head matchplay is different from shooting 72 arrows alone. Bettors who blindly back ranking leaders ignore matchplay variance. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/200178\/five-best-72-arrow-qualification-rounds-olympic-history-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Value opportunities: small markets, mispriced lines<\/h3>\n<p>Because archery books are light on liquidity, lines can be inefficient \u2014 particularly on underdogs and niche props. Experienced bettors who follow World Archery results, athlete form, weather forecasts and historic head\u2011to\u2011head records can sometimes find value. Two practical levers where edges appear:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Pre\u2011match props (qualification vs elimination) \u2014 some bookmakers under\u2011weight matchplay factors. (<a href=\"https:\/\/bettingranker.com\/sports\/archery\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bettingranker.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>In\u2011play micro\u2011markets \u2014 shifts after a bad end for a favourite can create short\u2011term value if you correctly read momentum; exercise strict bankroll control due to low limits. (<a href=\"https:\/\/sports.winissimo.com\/betting-rules\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sports.winissimo.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>How bookmakers treat archery markets \u2014 operational realities<\/h2>\n<p>Bookmakers\u2019 rule pages for archery, and their general sportsbook rules, reveal common operational principles: markets are often event\u2011specific, they rely on the official results feed for settlement (IANSEO \/ IOC), and they specify how extra arrows and shoot\u2011offs are handled. You\u2019ll also see that many operators explicitly state archery lines are offered mainly for major championships and that certain markets will be void if a match is not completed. Always read the operator\u2019s sport\u2011specific rules before staking money. (<a href=\"https:\/\/play.betibet.com\/sportsbook-terms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">play.betibet.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Practical betting checklist for Olympic archery events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use official sources for results and records: World Archery, IOC\/IANSEO result pages. Those are the settlement authorities; bookmaker disputes commonly reference them. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/Details.php?toId=19201\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Check whether the sportsbook publishes archery markets in advance or only during major events. If coverage is event\u2011dependent, open accounts with a few operators before competition starts. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsbettingdime.com\/news\/how-bet-olympics-online-which-sportsbooks-have-odds-full-schedule-events-sportsbook-promos\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sportsbettingdime.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Before placing live bets, confirm the operator\u2019s live\u2011bet settlement rules for set\/point markets and whether extra arrows count. Settlement differences can change the play strategy. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spinaura.com\/sportsbook-rules\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">spinaura.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Factor weather and venue into pre\u2011match lines. Outdoor archery at the Olympics is sensitive to wind and light; sudden gusts can produce upsets and quick line moves. Use real\u2011time weather and event livestreams where available. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Limit stake sizes in archery markets \u2014 even favorites can be upset in matchplay and betting limits are usually tighter; manage bankroll accordingly. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Responsible gambling reminder<\/h2>\n<p>Archery betting is niche and high\u2011variance. Never stake more than you can afford to lose. If you\u2019re in a jurisdiction that restricts or regulates gambling, follow local laws and use licensed operators. For help with problem gambling, contact local support services \u2014 betting should remain entertainment, not a financial plan.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Q: Do bookmakers always offer archery odds at the Olympics?<\/h3>\n<p>A: Major sportsbooks commonly offer archery markets during the Olympic Games and other high\u2011profile events, but archery coverage is event\u2011dependent \u2014 operators may not run markets outside those windows. Check the sportsbook\u2019s Olympic or major\u2011tournament sections. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsbettingdime.com\/news\/how-bet-olympics-online-which-sportsbooks-have-odds-full-schedule-events-sportsbook-promos\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sportsbettingdime.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Q: Will a ranking\u2011round world record (e.g., 694) make an archer the favourite to win gold?<\/h3>\n<p>A: Not necessarily. A record in the 72\u2011arrow ranking round affects seeding and market prices, but elimination matchplay (sets, shoot\u2011offs) has different pressures and variance \u2014 favourites still lose. Use ranking scores as one signal, not as a guarantee. (<a href=\"https:\/\/ianseo.net\/TourData\/2024\/19201\/IQRW.php\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ianseo.net<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Q: How do sportsbooks settle shoot\u2011offs and extra arrows?<\/h3>\n<p>A: Most sportsbooks explicitly state that extra arrows (including shoot\u2011offs) count for settlement unless their terms say otherwise. Always read the operator\u2019s archery rules: some markets may exclude shoot\u2011offs for total\u2011points style bets while including them for match winners. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goldennugget.com\/cripple-creek\/restaurants\/DraftKings-Sportsbook\/draftkings-sportsbook-house-rules\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">goldennugget.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Q: Where should I check official results and records?<\/h3>\n<p>A: Primary sources are World Archery and the IOC \/ official event result provider (IANSEO for Olympic results). These are the authoritative sources sportsbooks will use to settle bets. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/201737\/lim-sihyeon-shatters-world-record-open-paris-2024-olympic-games\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Q: Is there a reliable strategy for archery betting?<\/h3>\n<p>A: There\u2019s no guaranteed strategy. Value comes from combining current form, head\u2011to\u2011head history, qualification performance, venue \/ wind conditions and an understanding of market inefficiencies (thin liquidity, slow prop posting). Strong money management and pre\u2011reading sportsbook rules are essential. (<a href=\"https:\/\/bettingranker.com\/sports\/archery\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bettingranker.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Summary: key takeaways for SaskArchery readers<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Olympic records (72\u2011arrow, 216\u2011arrow, mixed team) often move markets, but they do not eliminate matchplay risk. Official record holders include Kim Woo\u2011jin (700, men) and Lim Si\u2011hyeon (694, women). Use the official IANSEO \/ World Archery pages for settlement confirmation. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldarchery.sport\/news\/142334\/kim-shoots-world-record-olympic-ranking-round\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">worldarchery.sport<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Bookmakers typically provide archery markets around major events. Outside those events coverage is thin. Expect limited liquidity<br \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Olympic Archery Records and Betting Trends This guide explains which Olympic archery records matter to sports bettors, how bookmakers usually price and settle archery markets, and the betting trends that emerge around major events (especially the Olympic Games). 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