TAB is South Africa’s premier tote and fixed‑odds operator, run by 4Racing Proprietary Ltd under licence from the Gauteng Gambling Board. Best known for its legendary carryover pools on horse racing and soccer, TAB has doubled down on fun with its brand‑new Free‑2‑Play Soccer Pools and a Real Bet Bonus Jackpot that could pay out up to R 2 000 000—all while still offering the familiar Telegraph hotline, sleek web interface and mobile‑first experience that punters love.
The team behind TAB stretches back to the Turf Clubs of Turffontein, Vaal, Scottsville and Greyville, and today 4Racing works with the National Horseracing Authority to deliver racecards, odds and dividends you can trust. Whether you dial in on the Telebet lines or tap in on your phone, you’re wagering with a name that’s been perfecting tote betting for over 30 years.
What makes TAB stand out
- Free‑2‑Play Soccer Pools where registered players enter for free, score points predicting 70 soccer matches and win vouchers up to R 1 000 weekly.
- Real Bet Bonus Jackpot: land all 70 selections correctly and scoop R 2 000 000, with tiered prizes down to 49/70 picks (R 25 000).
- Epic carryovers on Soccer 1, 4, 6, 10, 13, SoccerScores and SoccerCorners—pools routinely exceed seven figures.
- Instant deposit methods: iVeri, PayU, SID/EFT (Ozow & Capitec PayU), plus retail vouchers (1Voucher, OTT).
- Full product suite: Horse, Soccer, Rugby, Greyhound, Tipsters, Competitions and F2P, all in one modern “toggle‑to‑modern” site.
Joining TAB
Getting started takes just a few minutes:
- Register or Login — new players go to www.tab4racing.com/register; existing Telebet users can link their account under My Profile → Manage Accounts.
- Enter your details:
- Name (as per ID/passport), Surname.
- Password (8–13 chars).
- Country (default South Africa), SA ID Number.
- Contact Type (Cell Phone & Email), Contact Number, Email Address.
- Source of Funds (Salary, etc.), Province, Terms & Conditions tickbox.
- Verification: upload certified ID copy plus proof of residence (utility bill or retail account under three months old).
- Age & Consent: certify you’re 18+ and accept TAB’s Rules, Regulations, Terms & Conditions and POPIA.
Helpful tooltip text guides you at every step, and once your account is live, you’ll see an on‑screen confirmation.
Free‑2‑Play Soccer Pools
Play for free & win real money!
- Register or login to your TAB account.
- Enter the Free‑2‑Play competition on the Free 2 Play tab.
- (Optional) Place a real‑money bet to boost your jackpot potential.
- Check results on Sunday evenings to see if you’re among the top scorers.
F2P Competition Rules
- Runs until further notice; may be withdrawn at any time.
- Open to all registered TAB customers—entry is free.
- Join anytime before the start of the scheduled pool.
- Use real name or pick a nickname (TAB may change offensive names).
- Weekly prizes (Mon–Sun): R 1 000 (1st), R 500 (2nd), R 250 (3rd) in betting vouchers only. Ties split equally; one entry per account.
Real Bet Bonus Jackpot (R 2,000,000)
Stake real cash on your F2P selections and you could win the jackpot if you nail all 70/70 picks. Miss perfect but still get 70% (49/70) or more right, and you’ll pick up at least R 25,000.
| Correct Picks | Prize |
| 70/70 | R 2 000 000 |
| 67–69 | R 1 000 000 |
| 63–66 | R 500 000 |
| 60–62 | R 250 000 |
| 56–59 | R 100 000 |
| 53–55 | R 50 000 |
| 49–52 | R 25 000 |
- Weekly prizes double if you place real bets on all the F2P pools you enter but don’t hit the jackpot.
- 50% of matches must be played in full for the jackpot pool to apply.
- Prizes credited to your TAB account by 12:00 pm the following day.
Points System & Bet Slip
- 1 point per correct prediction; updated as results come in.
- Abandoned matches award 1 point automatically.
- TAB’s points decisions are final.
Your F2P bet slip lives in your account—stake real bets on it at any time and winnings roll back into your balance.
Promotions & Bonuses
First Deposit Match (100% up to R 5,000)
- Opt‑in and make your first successful deposit to get a 100% match up to R 5,000.
- Excludes voucher and refund bets.
- Turnover: your deposit x1 plus bonus x5, all products, within 30 days.
- Bonus funds cannot be withdrawn; unused portions expire after 30 days.
- Only one use per account/household/IP; not combinable with other offers.
48‑Hour Add‑On (Up to R 10,000)
- Deposit within 48 hours of registering and get a 100% match up to R 10,000.
- Same turnover terms as above.
Tote Betting Explained
TAB’s pool betting model means every stake goes into a growing pot. Once the race or match finishes, the winners share that pot:
- Pool‑based: all stakes in one pool; your share depends on how many others backed the same outcome.
- Dynamic odds: the less money on a selection, the bigger the payout if it wins.
- Growing pools: only real-money bets count, so markets expand with every stake.
- Popular on horse racing, greyhounds, harness and soccer—and a huge part of TAB’s DNA.
Deposit & Withdrawal Options
Deposits (click My Funds → Deposit)
- Instant: Virtual Card Services (VCS), PayU, SID/EFT via Ozow or Capitec PayU.
- Vouchers: 1Voucher & OTT purchased at retail outlets.
- Direct deposit: use your TAB account number as the payment reference; funds post in 2–3 business days.
- ATM/Over‑the‑Counter & TAB outlets also available.
Withdrawals (My Funds → Withdraw Funds)
- Ensure your banking details and proof of residence are on file.
- Enter the amount (up to your available balance).
- Submit request—processing hours 08:00–21:00 Mon–Sat, 08:00–18:00 Sun.
- Winnings land in your bank account within 24–48 hours (barring technical delays).
Betting Markets at TAB
- Horse Racing: local (Scottsville, Turffontein, Vaal) + international (Auteuil, Belmont, Woodbine). Win, Place, Exacta, Trifecta, Pick 6, QuickMix and more.
- Soccer Pools: Soccer 1, 4, 6, 10, 13 plus Scores and Corners. Free‑2‑Play option alongside paid pools.
- Greyhound & Harness: QuickMix, BiPot, Jackpot QuickMix.
- Rugby & Other Sports: Fight pools, Sports Cocktail, Tipsters challenges.
- Competitions: Daily picks, tipster leaderboards, special promos year‑round.
Mobile Betting in TAB
- No app download required: TAB’s responsive mobile site (tab4racing.com) adapts flawlessly to Android and iOS.
- “Modern” toggle: switch between classic and modern layouts with one tap.
- Live chat stays in the corner—help is always at hand.
- Fixtures, Racecards, Free 2 Play and Bet slip all live in thumb‑reach distance.
Customer Support & Responsible Gambling
- Live Chat: click the floating bubble on any page.
- Hotlines:
- Racing Commentary: (031) 362 1101
- Telebet Admin: 0861 444 822 (Gauteng: +27 11 434 8400)
- Banking/4Racing Info: 0861 111 822
- Racecourses: direct numbers for Turffontein, Vaal, Scottsville, Greyville, Fairview, Kenilworth, Durbanville & Borrowdale.
- E‑mail: customercare@4racing.com for queries, telebet1@… for deposits, telebet2@… for withdrawals.
- Responsible Gambling: 18+ only. National Toll‑Free Counselling Line: 0800 006 008.
Final Words
TAB isn’t about empty slogans or fleeting freebies—it’s founded on decades of tote expertise, powered by Australia’s leading wagering tech and backed by South Africa’s top race clubs. Between the no‑cost Free‑2‑Play pools, the R 2 000 000 jackpot, first‑deposit bonuses and live‑odds on your fingertips, TAB delivers the complete package for both seasoned punters and casual soccer fans alike. Whether you pick winners at Scottsville or bracket underdogs in Soccer 13, TAB has you covered—no catch, just collective pools, crystal‑clear odds and the chance for life‑changing prizes.