November 2011 - Betting Tips and opinion

Hong Kong for taking

Mike Norman / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With the race to Dubai on, Mike Norman believes Rory McIlroy, with some great form behind him, looks a great chance for the UBS Hong Kong OpenRead more »

Six Nations 2012

The Betfair Contrarian / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

When considering the Six Nations in 2012, why on earth would anyone want to back in an English rugby side when they are coach-less and with their governing body in turmoil? The Betfair Contrarian will tell you why... Read more »

Hey Hey Hey, it's Fat Al

Gary Crispe / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au has little doubt that promising galloper Fat Al can bounce back to winning form in today's Inglis Handicap (race 2) at Canterbury Park. Read more »

Daily racing preview

Daniel Bevan / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Today Dan Bevan takes us to a dry dead four surface at Canterbury and some Country Showcase events at Ballarat.Read more »

India gets the win...just

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

India's eventual win over the West Indies was touch and go for awhile, but Sehwag's men got the job done. Read more »

Classic brawl 'tween Rios and Murray

Alex Steedman / 30 November 2011 / Leave a comment

When Brandon Rios meets Paul Murray in New York this weekend Alex Steedman sees the Englishman going down to a 'better' version of himself.Read more »

One for Lou is one for you

David Cleary / 29 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Despite slim pickings, David Cleary as found a couple of value bets at Southwell and Lingfield. Read more »

Westwood has the right wood

Paul Krishnamurty / 29 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty is avoiding the hot favourites across golf tournaments about to tee off in favour of Lee Westwood's ability with the biggest stick... Read more »

Daily racing previews

Daniel Bevan / 29 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Daniel Bevan's daily preview, with today's focus on the Melbourne Racing Club's eight race program at Mornington and the meet at Port Macquarie.Read more »

Victory on cards for Chelsea

Michael Lintorn / 29 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Coming up against a tired-looking Liverpool, Michael Lintorn sees the chance for Chelsea to break a streak of three straight losses and for Andre Villas-Boas to nail a major victory for his team.Read more »

Barcelona Blues

Michael Lintorn / 29 November 2011 / Leave a comment

After his side has fallen six points behind Real Madrid in La Liga, Pep Guardiola must start asking the question how such a flawless Champions League record seems to fade to grey in Barcelona's on the road domestic match-ups. Read more »

Punters jump on Federer

Daniel Bevan / 28 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Daniel Bevan brings you market updates on some of our biggest sporting events.Read more »

Girl gets chance on soft ground

Gary Crispe / 28 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au believes sound soft track mare Lionhearted Girl looks hard to catch in today's Sportofkings.com.au Handicap (race 3) at Muswellbrook.Read more »

Bevan's daily racing tips

Daniel Bevan / 28 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Dan Bevan focuses on meets today at Warrnambool and Muswellbrook.Read more »

Will Leinart prove himself?

Andy Richmond / 27 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Richmond is fairly certain that the return from injury of Andre Johnson will be a big enough boost for the Texans to have an away win when they meet the Jaguars this weekend in the NFL.Read more »

Vettel to motor through Brazil

James Frankland / 27 November 2011 / Leave a comment

As veteran driver Rubens Barrichello prepares to race what will be most likely his last few laps, James Frankland thinks he may well be among the points, with Sebastian Vettel likely to also finish the season well. Read more »

Bears to rise above injuries

Andy Richmond / 27 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With neither team anywhere near full strength due to multiple player injuries, Andy Richmond assesses who will prevail our of the Bears and Raiders when they meet this weekend. Read more »

Stats against Atletico

Tobias Gourlay / 26 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Unfortunately for Atletico, it looks to Tobias Gourlay to be another win for Real Madrid in the derby this weekend.Read more »

Bluebirds to fly

Andrew French / 26 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With generous odds on a Cardiff victory, Andrew French is happy to jump on them as he takes a look at the three games that interest him most in this weekend's Champions League. Read more »

Saturday European Runners

Gordon Elliott / 26 November 2011 / Leave a comment

If it's UK and European horse-racing you're interested in, Gordon Elliott has a number of races and runners he thinks you should take a look at this weekend.Read more »

Attack best form of defence

Lee Dixon / 26 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon's old club should have a comfortable win when they attack Fulham into submission in this weekend's Premier League.Read more »

Miracle Mile market update

Mathew Thompson / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In the lead up to the Miracle Mile, the money continues to flow in for Smoken Up.Read more »

Nervous game a likely draw

Lee Dixon / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With both sides struggling to notch up a win, Lee Dixon senses a fairly nervous encounter coming up when Stoke meet Birmingham. Read more »

Check or Stalemate?

Andy Morris / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Seven meetings between Melbourne Victory and Gold Coast United so far have failed to produce a draw, and Andy Morris wonders whether Sunday could see the first stalemate.Read more »

Get Betfair's new mobile site

Editor / 25 November 2011 / 2 Comments

Bet on the go with Betfair's new, full-featured mobile site.Read more »

Tough run ahead for Man City

Lee Dixon / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Liverpool at home has what it takes to end Manchester City's winning run and Lee Dixon will tell you why. Read more »

Betfair Mobile-Betting Revolution

Editor / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Christmas comes but once a year, and this December Santa is bringing an early present to Betfair punters who love betting on the run.Read more »

Screaming Jets

Ed Wyatt / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ed Wyatt admits he feels sorry for fans of the Buffalo Bills, who had to watch their team lose four consecutive Super Bowls in the early '90s and be a frustrating team ever since...and this year is no different.Read more »

Phoenix must lift at home

Andy Morris / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Wellington fans won't be happy to see Sydney FC arrive at Westpac Stadium on Sunday, and Andy Morris is fairly sure they will remain so until the Phoenix win at home again and beat the hoodoo.Read more »

Have the Legs for a good run

Brad Thompson / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Brad Thompson can't ignore the form-line behind Legsman in the Listed Frank Underwood Cup (1900m) at Canterbury on Saturday. Read more »

Goal-fest in the offing

Andy Morris / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

If you're like Andy Morris, you'll be grabbing a seat behind one of the goals at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday when Brisbane Roar take on Perth Glory.Read more »

Too 'Mighty' for 'Smoken' over Mile

Editor / 25 November 2011 / 4 Comments

In a Betfair exclusive, respected form analyst, 'the Trotman', is predicting a classic Miracle Mile showdown at Menangle this coming Saturday.Read more »

Battle of best at Bluetongue

Andy Morris / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

While Andy Morris isn't expecting a goal feast between the Mariners and Melbourne Heart on Saturday, he is expecting a do-or-die battle between two in-form sides.Read more »

Throw away form book

Andy Morris / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In most A-League matches, you can use previous meetings as a reliable guide to help you win some money, but Andy Morris urges you to forget that idea when considering a wager on Adelaide United's home match with the Newcastle Jets on Friday.Read more »

Aston Villa 'Spurred' to lift game

Lee Dixon / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon sees a rough ride for Aston Villa when they meet Swansea at home, with the most likely outcome a draw.Read more »

Night War to take Placid

Daniel Bevan / 25 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In his Placid Ark Stakes preview, Daniel Bevan can't go past Night War, but sees some stiff competition around him that will give the favourite a challenge.Read more »

Ink in a win for Miss Octopussy

Ben Asgari / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ben Asgari thinks it's time for classy mare Miss Octopussy to score a deserved win when she tackles the $70,000 Le Pine Funerals Handicap (1000m) at Betfair Park on Saturday.Read more »

Fried Fish on Fed's menu

Ben Caudell / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

As the ATP Tour Final approaches, Ben Caudell drags out the stats and offers up his betting nouse to help you pick a winner or two ahead of the semi-finals. Read more »

Benfica to barrel on

Michael Lintorn / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In Saturday's derby, Michael Lintorn believes even an in-form Sporting Lisbon will be overtaken by Benefica, whose excellent home record and place in the final 16 of the Champions League should get them over the line. Read more »

Stanford to roll the Dame

Ed Wyatt / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ed Wyatt is hoping some of you took his advice last week of jumping on Alabama to win the national championship, and believes that with Oklahoma State and Oregon losing, the Crimson Tide are now in prime position to make it to the BCS title game where once you're in, anything can happen.Read more »

Cavendish for last at Bendigo

Gary Crispe / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe brings you his daily dose of top notch tips, with a focus today on Race Eight at Bendigo.Read more »

Heston Bale to win Rapid

Andy Morris / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris will be watching out for Heston Bale in Thursday's Rapidvite Blood Booster Final at Sandown.Read more »

Endeavouring for a win at Hennessy

Editor / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Paul McIvor of Timeform can't go past Great Endeavour in Saturday's Grade 3 Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury. Read more »

Betfair Daily racing preview

Mathew Thompson / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Mathew Thompson's hot racing picks for today's meet at Bendigo.Read more »

van Persie of the golden boot

Andrew Atherley / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andrew Atherley is surprised at the value that still lies around Robin van Persie in goal-scoring markets, given the stellar year he has had, and thinks you should get on now before the odds shorten.Read more »

Brisbane Cup heats

Andy Morris / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Albion Park stages the Brisbane Cup heats on Thursday, and Andy Morris has found plenty to sink his betting teeth into.Read more »

Dortmund to go down

Lee Dixon / 24 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Although Arsenal should win when they meet Borussia Dortmund, Lee Dixon doesn't see their ride to qualifying for the knock-out stages of the Champions League as a necessarily easy one. Read more »

'Thank' ful for some big games

Ed Wyatt / 23 November 2011 / Leave a comment

It's traditional for the NFL to play a triple-header on Thanksgiving Day, and although Ed Wyatt will be up to his proverbial in turkey and pumpkin pie, this won't detract from some interesting games where all six teams involved are coming off wins. Read more »

Consolidating to a win

Gary Crispe / 23 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au likes handy galloper Mr Consolidator as a great each way chance in today's final race at Betfair Park Hillside - the Ahern's At Highways After The Last Handicap (race 7). Read more »

Betfair's Daily Racing Tips

Mathew Thompson / 23 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Mathew Thompson brings you his hot picks for today's meet at Betfair Park.Read more »

Fed Express still steaming along

Sean Calvert / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

After a tournament dominated by all manner of injury and ailment, it will be the tennis that captures the headlines following the match between arch-rivals Federer and Nadal, with the Fed to take it in a close one.Read more »

'Cummin' home with a win

Mathew Thompson / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

After a début test that will leave the more canny Betfair cricket punters happily counting their winnings for jumping on Australia at odds of up to $15, Pat Cummins looks to be part of a bright new cricketing future for the Aussies. Read more »

Cooling the heels at Coolum

Mark Allen / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With the major tournaments behind them, Mark Allen expects some of the golfing fraternity to be kicking their heels up at Coolum, while others will be getting their heads down trying to snatch a win.Read more »

Get United behind Manchester

Ralph Ellis / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ralph Ellis urges you to leave the 'ghosts of EPL past behind you' and get onto Man U now, or risk regretting it later!Read more »

Daily racing previews

Mathew Thompson / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Mathew Thompson brings you today's racing previews for meets at Moe and Cessnock.Read more »

Gary Crispe's daily tips: Cessnock

Gary Crispe / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au focuses his attention on today's Race 2 at Cessnock. Read more »

Changing of the guard

Gary Boswell / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Boswell sees the 2012 Australian Open as the moment where one great women's tennis star will begin to fade and another will potentially burst into all its glory.Read more »

Kauto proves he's a star at Betfair Chase

Joe Dyer / 22 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Even after Kauto Star ran his best ever time at the Betfair Chase last weekend, it's still Long Run who many feel will take out the big money.Read more »

Bounce back like Beckham

Michael Lintorn / 21 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn sees what looks likely to be David Beckham's exit from LA Galaxy as a game that will typically bring out the best in the star. Read more »

Flight to victory no mystery

Gary Crispe / 21 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au takes us to Tamworth for Race Two, the Coca Cola Handicap.Read more »

Red Card in the offing

Michael Cox / 20 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Michael Cox tries to foreshadow the tactics ahead of Chelsea meeting Liverpool in a Premier League match where he expects much of the focus to be on Fernando Torres. Read more »

Time to turn the tally

Michael Lintorn / 20 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Even though the decision to postpone their last match has meant Juventus hasn't played for 22 days, MIchael Lintorn believes 'The Old Lady' will still be too much for Palermo. Read more »

All in for Long Run

Editor / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In this year's renewal of the Betfair Chase, Timeform previews a chase that offers you the chance to watch some of the best in the UK.Read more »

Excellent away form to continue

Dave Farrar / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Dave Farrar has little doubt that Lazio will take full advantage of the pressure that comes with Napoli's upcoming match against Manchester City in the Champions League next week when it comes up against them in this weekend's A-Series. Read more »

Big prize to Scoop the Six

Editor / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Adam Brookes feels it's only fair to offer his slant on which horses might offer the best combination for punters wanting to cash in big time and pick all six of the Scoop 6 race winners this Saturday across meets in the UK. Read more »

Chelsea under the pump

Lee Dixon / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Given the off-field dramas Chelsea is currently experiencing, Lee Dixon is expecting a draw when the host Liverpool. Read more »

Bale to spur on Spurs

Lee Dixon / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gareth Bale is the man to get the Spurs to a win this weekend, and Lee Dixon wants to tell you why. Read more »

Remarkable run for McEvoy

Brad Thompson / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With top hoop Kerrin McEvoy making the trek west, Brad Thompson is following the lead and tipping He's Remarkable as a big chance in the $1million Railway Stakes (1600m) at Ascot on Saturday.Read more »

Make Hay while the Bet shines

Editor / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With Betfair Chase Day upon us, Timeform's Jamie Lynch proposes a title change to 'Betfare' Chase day...read on to find out why! Read more »

Cowboys and Patriots to prevail

Ed Wyatt / 19 November 2011 / Leave a comment

At the tipping point of the season, where teams are mathematically eliminated from post-season, Ed Wyatt takes a look at two games where sides coming off big wins have the clear advantage.Read more »

Hammer on to another win

Andrew French / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In a weekend where Championship title favourites West Ham look like picking up another win, Andrew French has a few other bets in mind across the games being played. Read more »

Goulburn Cup going for Nextanix

Gary Crispe / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe has little doubt that progressive galloper Nextanix can record his biggest career win in today's Goulburn Workers Club Goulburn Cup (race 7).Read more »

LSU @ Ole Miss

Ed Wyatt / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ed Wyatt looks at a game in this weekend's NCAAF that particularly interests him with its bigger than average spread.Read more »

Go West for this weekend's big races

Mathew Thompson / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

'Betfair's Mat Thompson previews The Railway and Winterbottom Stakes at Ascot.Read more »

Murray's the man

Sean Calvert / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Sean Calvert can't go past home advantage when he looks at who might come out on top of Group A in the ATP Tour World Finals. Read more »

Global racing podcast bonanza!

Oliver Bellwood / 18 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In truly global fashion, Betfair brings you a range of interviews and insights into all things horse racing. Read more »

Saint for heavenly run

Ben Asgari / 17 November 2011 / Leave a comment

The Mick Price-trained Saint Etienne is Ben Asgari's horse to beat in the $70,000 Inglis Bonus Mile (1600m) at Warwick Farm this Saturday. Read more »

Clash of attrition

Andy Richmond / 17 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In what Andy Richmond expects to be a low-scoring match, when Denver meet New York you will witness teams that are addicted to the ground game. Read more »

Express ride at Seymour

Gary Crispe / 17 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With a focus on today's meet at Seymour, Gary Crispe offers up his wise words on race six.Read more »

Toffees and Black Cats to rise

Andrew Atherley / 17 November 2011 / Leave a comment

This weekend, with stats that show neither Sunderland nor Everton have performed too badly given an unkind fixture faced thus far, Andrew Atherley senses that each side's recovery will at last commence. Read more »

All the Presidents' men

Mark Allen / 17 November 2011 / Leave a comment

As the Presidents Cup tees off at the Royal Melbourne, even with some stellar play by the US contingent, Mark Allen predicts the Internationals will take the win.Read more »

Form-hound's guide to 'other' Cups

Editor / 17 November 2011 / 1 Comments

He's back, Betfair's very own Form-hound, to sniff you out a winner for the Melbourne and Bold Trease Carnival Cups.Read more »

Tsonga to take ATP final

The Betfair Contrarian / 16 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Despite Jo Wilfried-Tsonga's debutant status at the London ATP World Finals, the Betfair Contrarian is right behind him...for a variety of reasons. Read more »

Run Rampart

Gary Crispe / 16 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Speedy galloper Rampart can turn the tables on Setgo in today's final race at Canterbury Park, the Grand Pavillion Handicap (race 7). Read more »

Oglivy the man to watch

Paul Krishnamurty / 16 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty can't go past the difficulties thrown up by the Royal Melbourne when it comes to looking at who will power through to top score at the upcoming President's Cup.Read more »

Bye bye baggy green?

Ralph Ellis / 16 November 2011 / Leave a comment

As the end of Ricky Ponting's test cricket career looks like it might be coming to a close, love him or hate him, Ralph Ellis hopes the ex-captain does the baggy green proud when Australia meet South Africa in the second test.Read more »

Get out of the Woods

Paul Krishnamurty / 15 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty admits its easy to jump on Tiger Woods as the top USA Points Scorer in the President's Cup, but if you want some better value, he has a few of Tiger's team-mates he thinks you should consider.Read more »

Long Run of wins ahead

Joe Dyer / 15 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With a quality field 14lbs behind him, Betfair markets agree with the Timeform rating of Nicky Henderson's star horse's return to racing.Read more »

No bounceback for Aussies

Frank Gregan / 15 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Australia's 'all-out' for 47 brought more than a smile to Frank Gegan's face and he can't see it going away in the second test against South Africa.Read more »

Unique conditions favour locals

Paul Krishnamurty / 15 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In an Aussie tournament, under Aussie conditions, Paul Krishnamurty is right behind the home team at the expense of a star-studded USA contingent.Read more »

Full Peal to go full pelt

Gary Crispe / 15 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In his daily racing preview for today's meet at Warrnambool, Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au believes in-form galloper Full Peal can bring up a winning hat trick in today's Pearsons Nursery Handicap. Read more »

Hamilton back on winning trail

Joe Dyer / 14 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Lewis Hamilton took advantage of Sebastian Vettel's unfortunate puncture, ruining Vetter's chance of breaking the records.Read more »

BB blogger rakes it in at Australian Open

Joe Dyer / 14 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Joe Dyer is stunned by how ont he money Paul Krishnamurty was with his Aussie Open bets.Read more »

Halo to shine

Gary Crispe / 14 November 2011 / 2 Comments

In Race 4 at Canberra today, the Ray White Canberra Handicap, Gary Crispe of racingandsport.com.au has his eye on consistent galloper Spanish Halo.Read more »

Jets too strong for Patriots

Andy Richmond / 13 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Richmond predicts that a resurgent New York look too good for a stumbling New England.Read more »

Win not enough for Packers' fans

Andy Richmond / 13 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Even though a win against the Vikings seems a lay down misere, Andy Richmond still feels the Packers will need to match their defence with their offense for their fans to be truly happy.Read more »

Day three Cheltenham

Graham Cunningham / 13 November 2011 / Leave a comment

If you're looking for some of the best bets for day three of Cheltenham's Open Meeting, Graham Cunnington suggests looking to the earlier races.Read more »

England in an upset

Joe Dyer / 13 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Despite Spain's world champion status, England offered a packed Wembley stadium just the kind of upset the crowd was hoping for.Read more »

Cincinatti to be tested by Pittsburgh

Andy Richmond / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Richmond rates the Steelers as a tough unit, so the Bengals will need to be at their best to snatch a win given the fairly average opposition they have come up against and beaten so far.Read more »

Nick S' 80/20: Cheltenham

Nick Shiambouros / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Nick's doing more than a bit of Wishful Thinking when looking at the card at Cheltenham today.Read more »

Proteas hit back

Editor / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

In what was a test match that will go down in history for all the wrong reasons, South Africa ran out winners, leaving Australia to lick their wounds. Read more »

No whimpers for Roar

Andy Morris / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

With Brisbane having only lost one of their 12 meetings with Wellington Phoenix, Andy Morris would be surprised with anything other than a home victory at Suncorp this Sunday.Read more »

Spain will stand tall

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Even if Darren Bent scores for England when they come up against top of the table Spain, James Pacheco can't see it being enough to overthrow the world champions.Read more »

Red hot revenge

Andy Morris / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris is sure that foremost in Adelaide United's mind is revenge when they come up against Gold Coast United, who knocked them out in last season's minor Semi-Final.Read more »

The Sky's the limit

Andy Morris / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris can't see Sydney FC fearing the trip to Perth to take on the Glory, particularly after what happened last year. Read more »

Mariners to secure Victory

Andy Morris / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

The Mariners have run into form at just the right time, something Andy Morris sees as making them a good bet to beat Melbourne Victory at Bluetongue Stadium on Saturday. Read more »

A break either way for Heart

Andy Morris / 12 November 2011 / Leave a comment

As Melbourne Heart look for their first win of the season when the Jets journey to meet them at AAMI Park on Saturday, Andy Morris wonders whether it will be a case of 'Heartbreak' or finally their lucky break?Read more »

Stars to shine at business end of Open

Sean Calvert / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Moving into the quarter finals at the Paris Open, Sean Calvert is expecting some stellar performances by the world's best tennis playersRead more »

Australian Open update

Mark Allen / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Our golf pro, Mark Allen, is sticking by his man Watney but thinks you need to keep your eye on the Tiger as well.Read more »

Northern Conference Rippers

Ed Wyatt / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

After Ed Wyatt went against his better judgement last week, advising a wager on the Oakland Raiders, who were home to Denver, only to witness Tim Tebow and the Broncos put on a show and blow the Raiders out of the water, he is now going back to the drawing board. Read more »

Do be a Galah

Brad Thompson / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Brad Thompson can see some class at a decent price coming to the fore when Galah contests the Group Two Sandown Guineas (1600m) at Betfair Park on Saturday.Read more »

No option but a win

Andy Morris / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris can't imagine that Holger Osieck will be content with anything less than a win for the Socceroos against Oman in Muscat.Read more »

South American strength in depth

Jonathan Wilson / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

There's a reason why there are more South American teams at World Cups than African or Asian ones and it has to do with performance. Here's how the likes of Argentina and Uruguay are doing so far in the ongoing campaign..Read more »

Betfair Park classics close carnival

Gary Crispe / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au is looking forward to this Saturday's renewals of the Group 2 Zipping Classic and Betfair Sandown Guineas, which will bring down the curtain on another highly successful Melbourne CarnivalRead more »

Canberrian's to claim cup

Gary Crispe / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au sees more than a Happy Finish for Matthew Dale at today's Gundagai meet.Read more »

Estonia v Republic Of Ireland

Michael Cox / 11 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ireland were handed a good draw against Estonia in the play-offs for the 2012 European Championships, but the first leg will probably be slow and lacking in goals, according to Michael Cox.Read more »

Slow surface should mean quick win for Murray

Sean Calvert / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Murray will be enjoying the conditions in Paris far more than today's opponent Andy Roddick. Elsewhere, David Ferrer is there for the taking against one of the more unorthodox players of the ATP tour. Read more »

The punter's Bud at Morphettville

Ben Asgari / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

The David Jolly-trained Budriguez can benefit from a significant drop in class and Ben Asgari believes will take out Saturday's $50,000 Open Handicap (1400m) on the Morphettville Parks track in Adelaide. Read more »

Five other Inter buys from Premier League

Michael Lintorn / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Carlos Tevez is attracting more negative headlines in England for an unauthorised trip back to Argentina, but Inter - given their desperate need for reinforcement - don't appear too fussed...Read more »

High scoring game on the Cards

Ed Wyatt / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ed Wyatt takes apart a couple of the big games in this weekend's round of College Football.Read more »

Inconsistent San Diego aim to stop rot

Andy Richmond / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

It was all going so well for the Chargers, then came the break and a three-game losing streak, so can they turn it around? Andy Richmond could have the answers.Read more »

Sandown Park Melbourne Cup heats

Editor / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Betfair's Form Hound previews all the action at Sandown tonight, including the eight Solo Melbourne Cup heats.Read more »

Sun to shine on Albert

Gary Crispe / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au brings you his hot tip for today, with a focus on race 6 at Hawkesbury. Read more »

A struggle for half-fit Djokovic

Sean Calvert / 10 November 2011 / Leave a comment

A fully fit Novak Djokovic would make light work of today's opponent in Paris, Ivan Dodig, but the world number one not fully fit means for Sean Calvert that, at worst, Dodig represents a good back-to-lay prospect.Read more »

Warne's return and Clarke's big Test

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 09 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Shane Warne is coming out of retirement to play in this year's T20 Big Bash but over in South Africa current Australian skipper Michael Clarke will be facing a very different challenge of his own. Read more »

Tango to trot to a win

Andy Morris / 09 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris has his eye on Toorak Tango, which could give punters a nice way to finish off the action at Angle Park on Wednesday (race 10, 2:42).Read more »

Punters go local in Open

Mathew Thompson / 09 November 2011 / Leave a comment

If you're with the rest of the smart Betfair crew, Mathew Thompson thinks it's likely that you'll be looking at the local lads to take out the Australian Open.Read more »

Leicester shun big names

Michael Lintorn / 09 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Reports suggest that Nigel Pearson's return to the King Power Stadium dugout is imminent, and Michael Lintorn is convinced that he's the right man for the job...Read more »

Nicholls to hold Court

Gary Crispe / 09 November 2011 / 1 Comments

Gary Crispe, of racingandsports.com.au, offers his daily tips, with today's focus on Race Six at Seymour.Read more »

Five reason to love the league leaders

Joe Dyer / 09 November 2011 / Leave a comment

They're the team everyone loves to hate but we love 'em, honest! Joe Dyer makes a case for loving the Premier League title favourites.Read more »

Ultra-reliable Aussies to take places

Paul Krishnamurty / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

A host of big name Americans are Down Under ahead of the President's Cup but Paul Krishnamurty is swerving them in favour of a home quartet.Read more »

Dyson to enjoy Asian soil

Mike Norman / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

It's been over 10 years since Simon Dyson won the Asian Tour Order of Merit, but he always plays well when returning to Asia says Mike Norman, and has every chance of going well this week.Read more »

Nick S' Patented 80/20 Bet

Nick Shiambouros / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Will we all be dining out on the back of Nick's 80/20 recommendation today? Read more »

Pacquiao v Marquez: Part III

Alex Steedman / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

These two great fighters have thrilled us twice before but a fading Marquez is going to find Pac Man far too strong in fight no.3, says Alex SteedmanRead more »

Rooney midfield move tightens Reds

Ralph Ellis / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

The jewel in United's crown has been occupying a midfield berth and the result is clean sheets for the champions though the goals for column has looked more impressive, says Ralph Ellis.Read more »

Cee Anna Rose run

Andy Morris / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Punters are often wary of a greyhound with a poor run last time out, but that isn't worrying Andy Morris when Cee Anna Rose returns to Ballarat on Wednesday.Read more »

Spain supported after naming squad

Michael Lintorn / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Both England and Spain have confirmed their squads for Saturday's showdown at Wembley, and few would disagree that the visitors is significantly stronger...Read more »

Four straight for Cypress?

Gary Crispe / 08 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Unbeaten mare Cypress Ponds can bring up her fourth straight success in today's All American @ Arrowfield Handicap (race 5) at Scone. Read more »

Liverpool are held again

Michael Lintorn / 07 November 2011 / Leave a comment

There were plenty more opportunities to win big on Betfair this weekend, in particular at Anfield, Ewood Park, Loftus Road and Portman Road...Read more »

Watney the man to watch

Mark Allen / 07 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Our golf pro, Mark Allen, has a couple of reasons to offer as to why the 2011 Australian Open at the Lakes is almost like a US Tour Event.. Read more »

Fiery Tiger v Scott showdown

Mathew Thompson / 07 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Australian Open organisers may be keen to separate Aussie Adam Scott and caddie Steve Williams from Tiger Woods, but Mathew Thompson has noticed that Betfair punters can see little between the two tournament favourites for this week's event in Sydney.Read more »

God Helps Us at Mornington

Gary Crispe / 07 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au believes a change to a senior rider should help the prospects of God Help Us in today's Bombora Downs Thoroughbred Services Handicap (race 7) at Mornington.Read more »

Bears @ Eagles

Andy Richmond / 07 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Two in-form teams lock horns trying to win their third match in a row. Where should your money go? Let Andy Richmond tell you.Read more »

Ravens @ Steelers

Andy Richmond / 06 November 2011 / Leave a comment

One of the fiercest rivalries in the game resumes on Sunday night. This should be a tight affair once again so side with a low total points tally, says Andy Richmond. Read more »

Packers @ Chargers

Andy Richmond / 06 November 2011 / Leave a comment

There are whispers of an unbeaten season for Green Bay this year. That may be a little ambitious but they should definitely extend their winning run this weekend, says Andy Richmond.Read more »

Business as usual for Man U

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 06 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Sir Alex Ferguson celebrated 25 years at Old Trafford and also ended up celebrating another three points for his side. But not without a bit of luck and a bit of controversy...Read more »

NY Jets @ Buffalo Bills

Andy Richmond / 06 November 2011 / Leave a comment

A match very much about truths, lies and statistics. It depends which ones you use, says Andy Richmond.Read more »

Cunningham's Breeders' Cup Analysis

Graham Cunningham / 05 November 2011 / Leave a comment

A memorable Flat season concludes in Kentucky tonight when Goldikova bids for an unprecedented fourth consecutive success in the Breeders' Cup Mile. TVG analyst Graham Cunningham has no doubt 'Goldi' is the one to beat at Churchill Downs again but is casting his net far and wide in search of the best bets on a card featuring no fewer than nine championship races.Read more »

Huge test for Victory ambitions

Andy Morris / 05 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Finally, Melbourne Victory are off and running, which Andy Morris thinks might be just in time, as they face a very difficult task against defending champions Brisbane Roar on Saturday.Read more »

Time to do better for Sydney FC

Andy Morris / 05 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Two teams with identical, and, for Andy Morris, less than impressive records clash at the SFS when Sydney FC host Gold Coast United on Sunday.Read more »

Jets expect better

Andy Morris / 05 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris can see that Gary van Egmond will be seeking to put his own stamp on the Newcastle Jets when they take on Perth Glory.Read more »

Sweet Sixteen

Gary Crispe / 05 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Patrons at the final day of Flemington's Melbourne Cup Carnival are due for a rare treat with the appearance of unbeaten world champion sprinter Black Caviar in the Group 1 Patinack Farm Classic down the straight 1200m. Read more »

Our thoughts are with you, Cassano

Dave Farrar / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Two good bets ahead of the weekend's action from the world of Serie A and a time to save a thought for the often crazy, often brilliant, always unpredictable Antonio Cassano, who is seriously ill at the moment. Read more »

Breeders Cup Day One

Editor / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

TVG analyst Graham Cunningham is ready for day one of Breeders' Cup 2011. Read more »

Secret's all around at Emirates

Paul Bugeja / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

The long straight at Flemington offers Secret Admirer the chance to make amends in the Emirates Stakes (1600m) on Saturday, something Brad Thompson has little doubt she will not fail to take advantage of.Read more »

Winner in a Flash

Andy Morris / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Failford Flash is the wise choice in Friday's Sky Racing Stakes at The Gardens (race 6, 5.37). Read more »

Wellington must knuckle down

Andy Morris / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris isn't expecting a goal feast when Wellington Phoenix host the Mariners on Friday night. Read more »

Adelaide to have Heart

Andy Morris / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Andy Morris isn't surprised that Adelaide United boss Rini Coolen expects his side to respond positively to last week's humiliation at the hands of Brisbane because they surely couldn't do much worse. Read more »

Springing into Wentworth

Andy Morris / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Trainer Anthony Azzopardi is no stranger to success and he has a strong contender for the Betfair Stake at Wentworth Park on Friday in the shape of Spring Keroma.Read more »

Five English clubs that don't need a trophy cabinet

Mike Norman / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Cambridge United made the headlines yesterday when announcing they were going to sell their trophy cabinet, but there are bigger clubs than that who could do without one. Mike Norman takes a look at five massive English football clubs that have been less than successful in recent years.Read more »

Denver @ Oakland

Ed Wyatt / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Ed Wyatt finds its always risky to wager on a divisional rivalry, especially one as fierce as the Oakland Raiders and the Denver Broncos, but he still finds some value in their upcoming clash.Read more »

Beirne's Emirates' Preview

Dominic Beirne / 04 November 2011 / 2 Comments

Dominic Beirne lends his insightful all-horse-knowing eye to punters for tomorrow's Emirates Stakes Day.Read more »

Crimson Tide to get it done

Ed Wyatt / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

While the NFL might get most punters going, Ed Wyatt is just as interested in college football (NCAAF), of which there are some major games this coming weekend.Read more »

Promising pair primed for Sale

Gary Crispe / 04 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Budding stayers Cry In Awe and Taxi Joe both look, to Gary Crispe of racingandsports.com.au, to have today's Wellington Regional Tourism Handicap (race 7) at Sale between them. Read more »

No Secrets here

Ben Asgari / 03 November 2011 / Leave a comment

Drawn in barrier four for regular rider Brenton Avdulla, Ben Asgari believes it's no 'secret' that the drop back to the mile as well as the spacious surrounds of Flemington appear in exciting mare Secret Admirer's favour on Saturday in the $1M Group 1 Emirates Handicap (1600m) at Flemington. Read more »

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