February 2012 - Betting Tips and opinion

Political Betting: Game still on for Rep Nomination

Paul Krishnamurty / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Even though his win in his home state was far from convincing, heading into Super Tuesday, Mitt Romney has firmed as favourite for the Republican nomination.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Read the best tips on UK horse racing from Timform's SmartPlays team (February 29)....Read more »

Golf Betting: Rev up for Honda

Steven Rawlings / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Steve Rawlings is concentrating on just one event this week, and it's a cracker... Read more »

Euro2012 Betting: Irish to get Czeched

James Eastham / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In a useful warm-up match for two of the 16 sides that have qualified for Euro 2012, given important players have been ruled out of both squads through injury, James Eastham predicts a win for the visitors.Read more »

Soccer Betting: Passion and Pearce not enough for win

Lee Dixon / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Despite the passion with which Stuart Pearce will take the England side into its international test against Holland, Lee Dixon still can't see the English side winning. Read more »

Daily racing tips: Scratchings help Hannah

Timeform / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing tips for today's Randwick Equine Centre Handicap (race 3) at Canterbury Park, where half a dozen scratchings will aid the chances of filly Hannah Jane. Read more »

Golf Betting: Five clues from Matchplay

Paul Krishnamurty / 29 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty weighs up the performances and progress of the big-names at Matchplay and considers what we can learn from it.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get all the hottest tips on UK horse racing from Timeform's SmartPlays team......Read more »

Asia Cup Tips: Misbah deserves more

Frank Gregan / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

As Misbah-ul-Haq is receives heat for his leadership of Sri Lanka in the wake of poor ODI and Twenty20 performances Frank Gregan still believes he deserves the captaincy going into the Asia Cup.Read more »

PGA Tips: Honda Classic

Mike Norman / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When a star-studded field takes to the fairways in The Honda Classic, the tournament doesn't look like providing too many shocks for Mike Norman. Read more »

Daily racing tips: No Doubting this gelding

Timeform / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing preview with a focus on honest galloper Better Not Doubt in today's Carlton Mid Handicap (race 7) at Coffs Harbour. Read more »

Cricket Betting: India to go out on low

Richard O’Hagan / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

India seem ripe for the picking, and Richard O'Hagan predicts they will be heading home sooner rather than later.Read more »

Serie A Tips: Hectic summer for Inter

Michael Lintorn / 28 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn sees a rebuild, both on and off-the-field,as mandatory for Inter if they are to regain their winning ways.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get all the hottest tips on UK horse racing from Timeform's SmartPlays team...Read more »

Political betting: Another day, another ballot

Paul Bugeja / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Paul Bugeja looks at the events of the past few days and speculates what it might mean for the 2013 election chances of both parties.Read more »

T20 Betting: Series wrap up care of Bairstow

Michael Vaughan / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

It will be Jamie Bairstow who will steer England to a series win, with Michael Vaughan predicting a big cricketing future ahead for him.Read more »

Daily Race Tips: Diamond at Moe

Timeform / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing preview for today's Monacellars Handicap (race 7) at Moe.Read more »

Soccer Betting: Huge wins for big clubs

Mike Norman / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Mike Norman isn't that surprised at the results of the Carling Cup or that Arsenal thrashed Tottenham and with the win moves into a Champions League qualifying slot.Read more »

Politics Betting: Mitt the man for Michigan?

Paul Krishnamurty / 27 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Despite the pickle Mitt Romney has gotten himself into, Paul Krishnamurty still thinks he looks worth taking on at very short odds-on in the Michigan primary.Read more »

Carling Cup Liverpools for taking

Lee Dixon / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When Steven Gerrard holds the Carling Cup aloft, Lee Dixon has a hunch it will be off the boot of Luis Suarez. Read more »

EPL Betting: Five in the clear for Man City

Mike Norman / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Despite the long odds, Mike Norman isn't that surprised that Manchester City did the business and won their 18th consecutive win at the Etihad Stadium.Read more »

EPL Betting: Tough afternoon ahead for Man U

Soccer Widow / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Some careful trawling of the stats has revealed to the Soccer Widow that Carrow Rd might not be where Manchester United need to be if they want a win this weekend... Read more »

Slow court ATP obsession unwarranted

Sean Calvert / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Sean Calvert isn't happy with the courts on the ATP tour getting slower and slower leading to the death of the serve/volleyer, and here is why...Read more »

ODI Betting: All Clarke in Sydney

Andrew Hughes / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Like many, Andrew Hughes feels that, going into their next ODI against Australia, the Indians are already planning which meal to choose on the flight home. Read more »

EPL Betting: Spurs in prime

Michael Cox / 26 February 2012 / Leave a comment

MIchael Cox sees the North London Derby as both an exciting game and a great tactical battle....Read more »

Sri Lanka on track to take out ODI Series

Chris Cairns / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Chris Cairns assesses what is a 'must-win' match for both Australia and India on Sunday in the next instalment of the CBA ODI Series.Read more »

Artist won't win Best Picture

The Betfair Contrarian / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Despite the Artist running clear favourite for the Best Picture award at this weekend's Oscars, the Contrarian has good reasons for opposing the clear market leader.Read more »

Serie A Betting: Jumping Juventus to prevail

Dave Farrar / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In a battle of the top two Serie A sides, Dave Farrar finds it strange you can get Juventus at such healthy odds.Read more »

EPL Preview: Sunderland look strong

Mike Norman / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With the Premier League back, Mike Norman has his sights set on Sunderland at their current odds and home wins for various other matches.Read more »

Daily Racing Preview: Barrier gives edge in Diamond

Timeform / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

The 2012 renewal of the G1 Blue Diamond Stakes at Caulfield this afternoon has assembled a good field of in-form lightly raced juveniles, with some, it would seem to Timeform's Gary Crispe, having plenty more to give. Read more »

Carling Cup Betting: It's all Liverpool in the stats

Michael Lintorn / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn has found all he needs in the Opta Stats to predict who will win Sunday's Carling Cup.Read more »

Serie A betting: Win without Ibrahimovic likely

Michael Lintorn / 25 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Even with Zlatan Ibrahimovic's ban still in place, Michael Lintorn sees AC Milan's Serie A match against Juventus still a win for the champions.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get all the hottest tips on UK horse racing from Timeform's SmartPlays team (February 24)Read more »

EPL Betting: Even-stevens when Arsenal meet Tottenham

Lee Dixon / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

A draw is the only call Lee Dixon can make when it comes to the Arsenal Tottenham match in this weekend's Premier League. Read more »

Matchplay Tips: Best day two bets

Paul Krishnamurty / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Following Jason Day's comeback on day one, Paul Krishnamurty sees the Aussie building on this to cement his place in the field.Read more »

F1 Betting: Oatley a nose ahead of competition

Ralph Ellis / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Ralph Ellis takes a look at some defining factors that might shape the F1 racing year ahead. Read more »

Beirne's weekend racing preview

Dominic Beirne / 24 February 2012 / 4 Comments

Dominic Beirne bring you his brilliant insight and analysis into some of the big races this weekend.Read more »

Racing tips: Bel tolls for Sepoy

Ben Asgari / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Under the handicap conditions of Saturday's Oakleigh Plate, Ben Asgari sees Bel Sprinter as perfectly placed to break Sepoy's winning run.Read more »

Timeform: In the know, in the money

Editor / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Betfair brings you its Timeform run-down for Caulfield this Saturday.Read more »

EPL Betting: Easygoing for Man City

Lee Dixon / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon expects high-flying Manchester City to win with plenty of goals when they take on the struggling Rovers. Read more »

Europa League Betting: Manchester United through

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Jamie Pacheco sums up the winners and losers from yesterday's Europa League matches. Read more »

Daily Racing Preview: Belle to be Stellar

Gary Crispe / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing preview, focussing on talented mare Miss Stellabelle running in the Listed Typhoon Tracy Stakes (race 6) at Moonee Valley tonight. Read more »

Super Rugby: Game on!

Matthew Burke / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With Round One of Super Rugby kicking off this weekend, Matt Burke has found some close match-ups to start the season.Read more »

ODI Betting: Ponting out strange but right

Chris Cairns / 24 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Chris Cairns feel the selectors got it right with the removal of Ricky Ponting for the next ODI.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Read the best tips on UK horse racing from Timeform's SmartPlays team (February 23)Read more »

Best way to back Liverpool

Andrew Atherley / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Andrew Atherley has found some good alternatives if you want to put down a little on Liverpool to take out this weekend's Carling Cup against Cardiff.Read more »

Driving seat for Basel and Marseille

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In a night of the Champions League that saw little goal-age, Basel and Marseille took priceless leads as Manchester City demolished defending champions FC Porto in the Europa.Read more »

Daily Racing Preview: Get in the Blackett

Timeform / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing preview for today's Race no 2 at Grafton and has his eagle-eye on Blackett Street.Read more »

The TimeForm World Mile Challenge

Editor / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

The second race in the Timeform Blueprint Series is a 1600m World Mile Challenge, featuring the phenomenal Frankel. Read more »

Pakistan v England: First T20

Michael Vaughan / 23 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Vaughan feels justified in tipping England to win their first T20 against Pakistan, and it all comes down to the magic bat of Kevin Pietersen.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's SmartPlays team bring you the hottest daily UK horse racing tips (February 22).Read more »

NBA Preview: Celtics not up for Oklahoma surge

Matthew Reid / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In what is shaping as a major mismatch, Matt Reid fears a serious loss for the Boston Celtics when they meet Oklahoma City.Read more »

German giants will be too good

James Eastham / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

James Eastham has little doubt that if you follow the odds, the last-16 tie outcome on Swiss soil between Basel and Munich should be fairly easy to predict. Read more »

Wilson overpriced at Matchplay

Paul Krishnamurty / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty is determined to find a triple-price winner in Arizona, and has some solid ideas about the outsiders to keep your eye on. Read more »

Daily Racing Preview: Fillies to fore

Gary Crispe / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his Daily Racing Preview, with a focus today on Race 6 at Sandown.Read more »

Parker on fire

Nick Shiambouros / 22 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Nick Shiambouros likes San Antonio's form, thanks to the strong contributions of Tony Parker, as he looks over three big matches about to start in the NBA. Read more »

Who is more unpredictable...?

Frank Gregan / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Frank Gegan has seen the best and worst of England over the last few weeks and has no idea which side will come out next.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's SmartPlays team bring you the best daily tips on UK horse racing (February 21).Read more »

Red Devils will enter top-16

Michael Lintorn / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With Sir Alex Ferguson insisting he wants to win the Europa League, Michael Lintorn thinks it's curtains for Ajax when they meet the Red Devils in their next match. Read more »

Might be his Day at World Match Play

Mark Allen / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Mark Allen rates the Accenture World Match Play Championship, played this week at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, as the who's who of the super heroes of golf.Read more »

Potters' European tour to end

Michael Lintorn / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

As well as they have played, Michael Lintorn expects Stoke to bow out of the Europa League when the meet Valencia in their next match. Read more »

Whispered Tribute to Heffernan

Ben Asgari / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Promising David Hayes-trained three-year-old Whisper Downs can score an emotional victory at Sandown this Wednesday, and Ben Asgari feels it will be mostly in honour of his late owner Kevin Heffernan. Read more »

Napoli will roll even a scoring Chelsea

Michael Lintorn / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn wades through the Opta stats and finds some value in two upcoming Champions League encounters. Read more »

Rollem forwards to a win

Gary Crispe / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe brings you his daily racing preview for Race 7 at Taree.Read more »

Dhoni leaves hole in Indian side

Richard O’Hagan / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Richard O'Hagan sees the absence of MS Dhoni as a defining factor that will make it extremely difficult for the Indian side to snare a win in their next ODI against the in-form Sri Lanka. Read more »

Strong results from strong sides

Ralph Ellis / 21 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Team selection proved the downfall of several teams in last weekend's FA Cup, something Ralph Ellis is not that surprised by... Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Timeform / 20 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get the hottest daily tips on UK horse racing (February 20) from the SmartPlay team at Timeform.Read more »

Portland Blaze on LA home-front

Matthew Reid / 20 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With neither side playing particularly overly-inspiring basketball this season, Matt Reid gives Portland the edge over LA when they meet Tuesday morning (AEDT).Read more »

An Artist in Motion

Paul Bugeja / 20 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Just a week out from the 84th Academy Awards, Paul Bugeja laments the quiet year it is for the Aussies, with only a couple hoping to bring home gold. Read more »

Innocent to grasp Grafton win

Timeform / 20 February 2012 / Leave a comment

According to Timeform's Gary Crispe, well-performed local galloper Innocenttassie can make a return to form in today's Blues Brews & BBQS Handicap (race 5) at Grafton today.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Editor / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get the hottest daily tips on UK horse racing (19th February) from the SmartPlay team at Timeform.Read more »

Heart rules big head

Editor / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Jamie Lynch gets right down to the nitty-gritty as he analyses the big players in the Arkle Chase.Read more »

Emery on Guard in tactical blitz

Michael Cox / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Cox is already relishing the coming together of two fine tacticians as Barcelona meet Valenica in their fourth meet. Read more »

Bringing Europe down to Size

Editor / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Simon Roberts has found a horse that might just take on Sizing Europe in his bid to win at the Festival for the third year in a row...Read more »

India to rule GABBA

Andrew Hughes / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With Australia deteriorating, Andrew Hughes can see only one sad outcome for the home-side at the GABBA today.Read more »

Black Caviar runs Lightning Timeform 135

Gary Crispe / 19 February 2012 / Leave a comment

The records keep tumbling for unbeaten champion sprinter Black Caviar after she reached a new milestone in the Lightning Stakes down the Flemington straight on Saturday, but according to Timeform's Gary Crispe, she had to be at her very best to achieve it.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Editor / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get the hottest daily tips on UK horse racing (18th February) from the SmartPlay team at Timeform.Read more »

Go the tried and trusted in 3rd ODI

Michael Vaughan / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Ahead of the 3rd ODI between Pakistan and England, Michael Vaughan is once again stressing the importance of the win of the toss...Read more »

Lay Inter at home

Dave Farrar / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Dave Farrar analyses three matches from this weekend's Serie A, a league he finds ever intriguing and full of value. Read more »

India primed and pumped

Chris Cairns / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

After an excellent win by Sri Lanka in Sydney, Chris Cairns expects each team in the CBA ODI to now play every match with a finals mentality.Read more »

Replay at best beckons for Arsenal

Lee Dixon / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

After their smashing at the San Siro, Lee Dixon isn't so sure Arsenal is mentally strong enough to muster anything more than a draw when they meet Sunderland this weekend.Read more »

Morgan to top English scoring

Ed Hawkins / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Ed Hawkins expects Pakistan to improve in the third ODI in Dubai.Read more »

Get in the winning Stream'

Brad Thompson / 18 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With the money coming in for Streama in her first-up tilt, Brad Thompson recommends following the support for her on Saturday at Warwick Farm.Read more »

Timeform UK SmartPlays

Paul Bugeja / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Get the hottest daily tips (17th February) on UK horse racing from the SmartPlay team at Timeform.Read more »

Blues either way

Michael Lintorn / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With Chelsea's dominant record over Birmingham and several players with great FA Cup scoring records, Michael Lintorn thinks it's looking good for one of the Blues...Read more »

Lightning challenge for Caviar

Gary Crispe / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Last week the world's highest Timeform rated sprinter Black Caviar (135+) put to rest any doubts in Gary Crispe's mind about her handling 1400m, although on Saturday she faces a new challenge.Read more »

Manawanui a Royal ride

Dominic Beirne / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Dominic Beirne bring you his brilliant insight and analysis of all the big races this weekend.Read more »

Carmine King of Canterbury

Gary Crispe / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of Timeform believes honest galloper Carmine King should prove a solid each-way chance in what looks a wide open race to end the night at Canterbury tonight. Read more »

Crunch time for Sri Lanka

Andrew Hughes / 17 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Andrew Hughes is getting behind Sri Lanka to win in an upset when they meet their hosts at the SCG today. Read more »

Manchester line-up to earn away win

Michael Lintorn / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In their Europa League adventure, Michael Lintorn expects Manchester United to return with a clean sheet and a win. Read more »

Forest to glean hope with win

Andrew French / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Andrew French thinks Nottingham Forest will cling Championship survival by beating Coventry this weekend. Read more »

Europa favourites face horror start

Michael Lintorn / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn is expecting this years favourites, Man City, to take a bit of a beating when they meet last year's Europa League winners, Porto, at home.Read more »

John, Ruddy good for Norwich

Hannah Duncan / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Hannah Duncan appraises John Ruddy's season at Norwich and sees potentially greater glory on the horizon. Read more »

Getting Real at Seymour

Gary Crispe / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

So Real is the gelding Timeform's Gary Crispe believes can return to winning form in today's final race in race 8 at Seymour.Read more »

High stakes in Sydney

Chris Cairns / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Chris Cairns predicted last week that this Commonwealth Bank Series would be a closely fought three-way contest, and to date things have followed this script... Read more »

Healthy Mavs to feast on Nuggets

Matthew Reid / 16 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Assessing both sides, Matt Reid sees a healthier Mavericks being the likely victors when they meet the Nuggets in today's NBA match-up.Read more »

Georgia in eye of Tiger

Romilly Evans / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Romilly Evans is not too fazed by Tiger Woods' performance of the weekend: the champ is still looking dangerous, with another win at the US Masters a conceivable targetRead more »

McCain's view on National weights

Paul Bugeja / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Donald McCain shares his thoughts on three of the runners after the announcement of the Grand National weights.Read more »

A good fight but AC Milan will win

Lee Dixon / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Even though Lee Dixon's memories of playing in the Champions League aren't so smash hot, he still feels Arsenal will take it up to an AC Milan that will more than likely win at home.Read more »

All at Sea at Mornington

Gary Crispe / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe believes strong stayer Sea Galleon can bounce back to winning form in today's Listed Centrebet Mornington Cup (race 8) at Mornington. Read more »

Grand National ratings

Timeform / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Phil Turner defies those who dismiss the Grand National as a "lottery", and has the evidence to prove it.Read more »

It's all in the toss

Michael Vaughan / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Following the English skipper's century in the first ODI, Michael Vaughan is hoping Alastair Cook will win the toss in the second ODI and repeat the performance. Read more »

Nicholls plans ahead to Grand

Editor / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With two horses in the Grand National this year, Paul Nicholls is already thinking about his plans for the hardest race in the world.Read more »

Persevere for some pay-off

Paul Krishnamurty / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Paul Krishnamurty has found some possible future golf tournament winners the markets seem to have underestimated, and he is happy to share them with you.Read more »

Knicks have the real deal

Nick Shiambouros / 15 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Nick Shiambouros covers some of the important games taking place on Tuesday (US time) as this outstanding NBA season continues.Read more »

Not so tough for Arsenal?

Michael Lintorn / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In light of their poor record against English sides, Michael Lintorn senses AC Milan will be a little nervous when they meet Arsenal in the Champions League.Read more »

Messi will sparkle in Barcelona game

Michael Lintorn / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Searching through the Opta stats, Michael Lintorn has found four bets for upcoming Champions League games. Read more »

Mahela Sri Lanka's man

Richard O’Hagan / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When Sri Lanka meet India in the CBA ODI, they'll need skipper Mahela Jawayardene to stand tall if they are to claim their first win. Read more »

The right conditions to back Federer

Sean Calvert / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Roger Federer can be backed at odds-against at the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament in Rotterdam, even though tipping the tournament favourite isn't something Sean Calvert is in the habit of doing.Read more »

McCarthy gone after loss to Baggies

Michael Lintorn / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

After their humiliating defeat to West Brom on the weekend, Wolves quickly disposed of Mick McCarthy and Michael Lintorn would like to hazard a few guesses at who will replace him. Read more »

Offshore to be on the money

Gary Crispe / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Honest galloper Offshore Echo is the horse Timeform's Gary Crispe believes should be hard to hold out in today's Ezyas Car Wash Cup (race 5) at Swan Hill. Read more »

Portfolio approach to Qatar Open

Gary Boswell / 14 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Boswell lumps Victoria Azarenka in with his poor value bets for the Qatar Open but has found value otherwise by working out who is going to win each quarter.Read more »

Could fatigue bring down Warriors?

Matthew Reid / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Although Phoenix travel to Golden State with an imposing seven-match winning streak against the Warriors, Matt Reid still sees them as the underdogs in their game on Tuesday, something reflected in the odds. Read more »

England in a spin

Michael Vaughan / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Vaugan sees the smart money on Pakistan when they meet England in the first ODI. Read more »

NAB Cup to take Wing

Paul Bugeja / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Just five days away from the NAB Cup Opener, Paul Bugeja is excited for the footy being back and feels it might be a mob from out West who will take the prize. Read more »

Howling Wolves end up Bagged

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Mick McCarthy's men are in deep trouble after their loss to West Brom...Read more »

Smart win ahead at Warrnambool

Gary Crispe / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of Timeform feels promising galloper Smarty Mac can kick off his autumn campaign with a win in today's Prosec Handicap (race 6) at Warrnambool. Read more »

The pointless handshake

Richard Aikman / 13 February 2012 / Leave a comment

If there is one thing that the weekend showed to Richard Aikman it's that the Premier League pre-match handshake ritual is no longer valid. Read more »

Win in Bag for Wolves

Lee Dixon / 12 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon gives the Wolves the nod for a win when they meet West Brom.Read more »

Silva lining for Man City at Aston

Lee Dixon / 12 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon sees David Silva handing Manchester City a win when they meet Aston Villa at home. Read more »

Clarke can be counted on

Andrew Hughes / 12 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With a strong start to the ODI series, Andrew Hughes sees Australia as continuing their good form off the bat of Michael Clarke in today's encounter in Adelaide. Read more »

Caviar threatens 135

Gary Crispe / 12 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of Timeform poses the question on everyone's lips: Will the Lightning be the 'next step' in this great mare's history making career?Read more »

Travel schedule might hamper Aussies

Chris Cairns / 12 February 2012 / Leave a comment

As the ODI circus heads to Adelaide, Chris Cairns questions whether we can deduce from last night's match against the Sri Lankan's that the Australian's might be slipping... Read more »

Big Zeb worth a chance

Editor / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Adam Brookes believes he's found the value bet in the second-day feature of this year's Cheltenham Festival, the Grade 1 Queen Mother Champion Chase.Read more »

Make some Big Bucks at Cheltenham

Editor / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Big Buck's will probably win the World Hurdle at Cheltenham on 15 March...Read more »

Tactical test ahead

Michael Cox / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Cox assesses the tactical battle 'tween Man U and Liverpool Kenny and wonders whether Sir Alex Ferguson can reverse the result produced when last these two sides met.Read more »

Supreme Novices' Hurdle 2012

Editor / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

David Cleary discusses some of the key runners of the Supreme Novices' hurdle.Read more »

Two Classic winners set to return

Editor / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

The road to Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby takes a back seat this weekend as some of the best of the older horses still around converge on Gulfstream Park.Read more »

Ubi might ace it at Mussleburgh

Editor / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform assess the field for the Scottish County Hurdle at Musselburgh.Read more »

Home defeat ahead for Villa

Gareth Purnell / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gareth Purnell fancies Manchester City when they travel to Villa Park, where he expects them to take all three points against home-side Aston Villa. Read more »

Caviar to easily go distance

Gary Crispe / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe assesses how Black Caviar is likely to fare when stepping up in trip in the CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield on Saturday.Read more »

Specials on Caviar at Caulfield

Paul Bugeja / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With Black Caviar's 17-race unbeaten stretch expected to be extended when the mare steps up to 1400m for the first time on Saturday, Betfair have opened up two new special markets on the race...Read more »

Terre to wear Colours at Caulfield

Gary Crispe / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe sees promising galloper Pied A Terre bouncing back to winning form when he returns to his own age in today's Hyland Race Colours Autumn Stakes at Caulfield. Read more »

Chance to Range ahead at Caulfield

Brad Thompson / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Blessed with a devastating turn of foot, Brad Thompson believes West Australian visitor Ranger can win at Caulfield on Saturday.Read more »

Scoring for Suarez but draw nonetheless

Lee Dixon / 11 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In what will be a bad blood game between Manchester United and Liverpool, Lee Dixon is picking the man in the middle of it, Luis Suarez, to kick a goal even if the outcome is a draw. Read more »

Tottenham to be held by Newcastle

Lee Dixon / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Lee Dixon is impressed with Newcastle and its constant improvement, something Tottenham should be wary of this weekend especially with the Papiss Cisse and Demba Ba partnership on offer.Read more »

Cats to dodge a Gunners bullet

Jaymes Monte / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Looking over team news and Opta stats, Jaymes Monte points you in the direction of some betting markets for several of this weekend's Premier League matches. Read more »

Slovak Struggle for Great Britain

Sean Calvert / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In his first round preview of the Davis Cup, Sean Calvert rates Japan a good bet to beat Croatia but doesn't hold much hope for Great Britain when it meets Slovakia. Read more »

Losing cause but Dilshan will top-score

Andrew Hughes / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Andrew Hughes can't imagine the Sri Lankans being too optimistic of snatching a win from the Aussies in the next instalment of the CWB ODI Series. Read more »

Can Sri Lanka put on pressure?

Chris Cairns / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

India took the chance for a little post-Test redemption in their win against Sri Lanka, and Chris Cairns doesn't see the Sri Lankans being able to reverse the loss when they meet Australia.Read more »

Beirne is Back!

Dominic Beirne / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

You love his horse-smart brain, his sharp analysis and his on-the-money tipping suggestions, so Dominic Beirne, Australia's most revered form student, is back exclusively at Betfair for Autumn Racing.Read more »

Bonanza on cards at Canberra

Gary Crispe / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Wyong galloper Big Bonanza will appreciate the firmer footing in today's Hastie Services Handicap at Canberra and is the horse to back, says Gary Crispe of Timeform.Read more »

Kensington pair over Sydney mare

Ben Asgari / 10 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Last month's Kensington Stakes quinella of First Command and Decircles appears well placed, to Ben Asgari, when they run again in Saturday's $125,000 Group 3 Rubiton Stakes at Caulfield. Read more »

Seriously over-priced Sunderland

Andrew Atherley / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Sunderland look excellent value to Andrew Atherley and he envisages them getting up and over Arsenal on the weekend. Read more »

Champions League place up for grabs

Michael Lintorn / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Spain might present a new team to the Champions League next season, with Michael Lintorn identifying more than a handful of clubs in contention.Read more »

Fox will be quick

Gary Crispe / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Timeform's Gary Crispe feels talented filly Fox can overcome a wide gate when she kicks off in today's final race at Gosford, the Galaxy Motel Handicap. Read more »

Will Redknapp be new England coach?

Michael Lintorn / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In the aftermath of the John Terry saga, Fabio Cappello has stepped down as England's manager and it appears Harry Redknapp will lead England at Euro 2012.Read more »

More Heat than Magic

Matthew Reid / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When the Miami Heat meet Orlando Magic away, but not that far away, Matt Reid will be marking down a win for the travelling Heat, who quite simply put have the better personnel court-side.Read more »

Bench warming ahead for Torres?

Hannah Duncan / 09 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When the in-form Didier Drogba returns from international duty, Hannah Duncan wonders about the fate of Fernando Torres in the Chelsea line-up. Read more »

Jayawardene return to captaincy in style

Richard O’Hagan / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

As Sri Lanka prepares to take on Australia and India in the ODI series, the return of Mahela Jayawardene to the captaincy is the indicator for Richard O'Hagan that they are where the value lies. Read more »

Cheltenham Ante-Post Betting round-up

David Cleary / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Leading up to Cheltenham, David Cleary makes some predictions about how markets might move and how they will appear closer to race-day. Read more »

Newcastle aim high on Ba and Cisse

Michael Lintorn / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Demba Ba and Papiss Cisse are just one duo Michael Lintorn can identify whose pairing up front bring glory for club and country. Read more »

KP is in a spin

Frank Gregan / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Frank Gegan can see more pain ahead for England when they meet Pakistan in the ODI series unless Kevin Pietersen faces up his nemesis... Read more »

Top two clash to be goal light

Michael Lintorn / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Lintorn can't see AC Milan's big-match issues going anywhere, even with the possibility of the inclusion of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, when they meet Juventus in the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi.Read more »

Rock can roll at Kembla

Gary Crispe / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of 'racingandsport' believes honest mare Upon This Rock will prove hard to run down in today's Super Saver Handicap at Kembla Grange.Read more »

No problems for Suns to overcome line

Nick Shiambouros / 08 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Nick Shiambouros helps you choose which side of the handicaps you should be on in three upcoming NBA games (this morning AEDT). Read more »

Watney worth a Pebble or two

Mark Allen / 08 February 2012 / 1 Comments

This week Mark Allen takes us to Pebble Beach for the annual AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-am. Read more »

Mali's dreams to end via Coast

Jonathan Wilson / 07 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Jonathon Wilson's diary of his time at the African Cup makes for interesting reading...Read more »

Anfield Equaliser

Lee Dixon / 07 February 2012 / Leave a comment

It's a point a piece, for Lee Dixon, when home advantage will help the Spurs to pull of a draw at Anfield. Read more »

Wind ablowing Lawrie's way

Mike Norman / 07 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In follow up to a superb performance in Qatar,Mike Norman has little doubt Paul Lawrie will star again this week.Read more »

No more tears for Cry

Gary Crispe / 07 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of 'racingandsport' is sure that handy mare Huon Cry can turn her form right around as she drops well back in class for today's Scott Petroleum Handicap (race 6) at Stawell.Read more »

United never say die with Title warning

Ralph Ellis / 06 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Reviewing the weekend EPL action, Ralph Ellis is most impressed with the way Man U came back, even if they only took the one point, and is sure the rest of the competition is watching carefully.Read more »

Clippers have all the Magic

Matthew Reid / 06 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When the LA Clippers travel to Orlando for the teams only meeting this season, although Orlando hold a nine-match winning streak against the Clippers, Matthew Reid fully expects that streak to end.Read more »

Rising Star in Dusk

Gary Crispe / 06 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Gary Crispe of 'racingandsports' believes Progressive galloper Dubai Dusk should prove hard to hold out in the testing conditions of today's Volvo Commercial Vehicles Handicap at Cessnock.Read more »

Man City firm as favourites for title

Mike Norman / 05 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Roberto Mancini's men comfortably beat Fulham, taking Manchester City that little more in to outright favourite status to take the title in the Premier League.Read more »

Be on guard Australia

Chris Cairns / 05 February 2012 / Leave a comment

As Chris Cairns looks at the three teams lining up in the ODI competition starting today in Melbourne, the recent form of each of the teams provides interesting reading.Read more »

India to strike back

Andrew Hughes / 05 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Andrew Hughes thinks India have what it takes to win the opener of the first match in the return of the Commonwealth Bank ODI SeriesRead more »

All about the tactics

Michael Cox / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Michael Cox assesses the interesting tactical match-up when Andre Villas-Boas and Sir Alex Ferguson go head-to-head in their second meeting of the season. Read more »

Ready to Rip up Coast

Ben Asgari / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With showers forecast, Andrew Williamson-trained galloper Ready to Rip is the horse Ben Asgari sees most likely to take out the $100,000 Listed Sunshine Coast Cup (1400m) on Sunday.Read more »

Black Cats with another life

Frank Gregan / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Martin O'Neill has revived Sunderland, and when they meet Stoke this weekend, Frank Gegan sees no reason why they shouldn't take the three points on offer. Read more »

Gordon Elliot's Saturday runners

Editor / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With runners on both sides of the Irish Sea, Gordon Elliot has a trio lined up at Fairyhouse and a couple at Wolverhampton. Read more »

Grind out a win at Caulfield

Gary Crispe / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Kulgrinda is the smart mare Gary Crispe of 'racingandsports' believes can keep her unbeaten fresh up record intact when she returns in today's Listed United Arab Emirates Stakes at Caulfield.Read more »

Best Super Bowl bets

Andy Richmond / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Just two days away, the Super Bowl presents some great markets to get involved in, and Andy Richmond is happy to share the wealth... Read more »

Finger on winning trigger at Caulfield

Brad Thompson / 04 February 2012 / Leave a comment

David Hayes' promising three-year-old Rifleman is the horse, for Brad Thompson, that will fire up and keep winning at Caulfield on Saturday. Read more »

Newcastle should expect more joy

Lee Dixon / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Aston Villa will be preparing for a rampaging Newcastle when they meet them this weekend in what Lee Dixon sees being potentially a really good match. Read more »

Weekend racing form-guides

Paul Bugeja / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

This weekend our racing experts bring you full form-guides for meets at Caulfield and Warwick Farm.Read more »

American scorer deserves recognition

Michael Lintorn / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

When the short-list for this season's PFA player of the year is announced, Michael Lintorn has his eyes peeled for an American star... Read more »

More cards than goals at Stamford Bridge

Lee Dixon / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Manchester United may not win when they meet Chelsea, but Lee Dixon has seen them stand tall at this time of the season before and so can't see them losing either. Read more »

Seniors must stand tall

Chris Cairns / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

The first Twenty20 in Sydney in front of an enormous crowd was a predictable result for Chris Cairns, and it means India head to Melbourne still searching for something that can inspire them to go against the odds.Read more »

Five keys to Super Bowl XLVI

Paolo Bandini / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

To help us answer the big questions surrounding this year's Super Bowl, we've drafted in The Guardian's American Football expert Paolo BandiniRead more »

The Trotman cometh

Editor / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

It's Friday, and punters in the know will understand what that means - the Trotman.Read more »

Man City to get back on Dzeko track

Lee Dixon / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

A home win at Fulham will be redemption for Manchester City after their defeat at Goodison Park, and Lee Dixon will be looking out for Edin Dzeko's boot to be on the end of a goal, or two. Read more »

Hot night at the Valley

Gary Crispe / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

With wet tracks across New South Wales, Gary Crispe of 'racingandsports' has again headed south to Moonee Valley where there is a good card on offer. Read more »

Increase in Betfair SP Markets

Editor / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Betfair is excited to announce an expansion of its popular Starting Price coverage!Read more »

Super Bowl XLVI by the numbers

Andy Richmond / 03 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Number cruncher Andy Richmond brings you some stat insights for the big game this weekend.Read more »

Coughlin plots Titanic defeat

Romilly Evans / 02 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In another insightful piece leading up to the SuperBowl XLVI, Romilly Evans profiles Giants coach, Tom Coughlin, who faces old adversary Bill Belichick.Read more »

Deadline day deals good for Spurs?

Hannah Duncan / 02 February 2012 / Leave a comment

Given the slightly odd choices Tottenham have made, Hannah Duncan ponders whether the Spurs busy transfer season will help or hinder their Premier League chances.Read more »

Pakistan to complete English rout

Michael Vaughan / 02 February 2012 / Leave a comment

In their slight underdog status, Michael Vaughan rates a confident and settled Pakistan as great value going into the third test against England. Read more »

A Patriotic Super Bowl

Ed Wyatt / 02 February 2012 / Leave a comment

While Ed Wyatt might be tempted to advise you to "back Madonna to sing Ray of Light" or to "back the Ferris Bueller Honda commercial as favourite ad," during this year's Super Bowl, he has made the wise decision to stick to the football... Read more »

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