Statistically, neither red nor black hits more often in roulette. Both colors have an equal number of pockets on the wheel (18 each) and therefore an equal probability of occurring on any given spin. The odds of the ball landing on red or black are identical: In European Roulette (single zero): 48.6% chance for each color; In American Roulette (double zero): 47.4% chance for each color. The slight reduction from 50% is due to the presence of the green zero pocket(s), which gives the house its edge. Over a large number of spins, you can expect red and black to occur with roughly equal frequency. It's important to note that each spin is an independent event, and past results do not influence future outcomes. This means that even if you observe a streak of one color, it doesn't make the other color more likely to hit on the next spin. This misconception is known as the "Gambler's Fallacy." Some players may feel that one color is "luckier" than the other, but this is purely subjective and has no bearing on the actual odds. When choosing between red or black in roulette, your decision should be based on personal preference rather than any perceived statistical advantage.