Michael is an experienced journalist who specialises in digital content production and social media management. He is passionate about numerous sports including football, horse racing and ice hockey. Michael works for a wide range of international clients on a freelance basis, producing daily content across sports, betting, finance, business, health, fitness and more.
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see moreLeague Cup 2024/25: Big Guns Eyeing the First Silverware of the Season
Fans are in for a treat in December with the quarter-finals of the League Cup scheduled to take place. We look at the draw and the latest outright odds for the competition.
King George VI Chase: Il Est Francais Flops Badly in France
Il Est Francais has drifted in the betting for the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park after running badly in France. Find out more about this and which horse is the new favourite.
Sports Betting News: Cheltenham Contenders Showcase Their Credentials
Jonbon made a winning return in the Shloer Chase at Cheltenham on Friday. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Betting Trends for the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse
Teahupoo will attempt to complete a hat-trick of wins in the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle next month. We look at the trends and latest betting odds for the big race at Fairyhouse.
Sports Betting News: Sierra Leone to Remain in Training in 2025
Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Sierra Leone will remain in training as a four-year-old. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Premier League Matchday 11 Preview: Chelsea Bidding to Topple Arsenal
The 2024/25 Premier League season continues apace this weekend. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 11.
Champions League Matchday 4 Preview: Midweek Five-Fold Looks Tasty
The 2024/25 Champions League rumbles on this week. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 4.
Betting Trends for the Breeders’ Cup Classic at Del Mar
City Of Troy will bid to make history for trainer Aiden O’Brien by winning the Breeders’ Cup Classic this weekend. We look at the trends and latest betting odds for the big race at Del Mar.
Premier League Matchday 10 Preview: Man United Need a Pick-Me-Up
The 2024/25 Premier League season rolls on this weekend. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 10.
City Of Troy Ready to Roll in the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic
Top Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien says City Of Troy is ready for his tilt at the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic. We look at the latest betting news for the big race.
Melbourne Cup 2024: Bookies Take Action as Flemington Race Looms Large
The ante-post market for the 2024 Melbourne Cup has undergone a big change over the past few days. We look at the latest betting news for the big race.
Premier League Matchday 9 Preview: Arsenal set for Liverpool Test
The 2024/25 Premier League season continues apace this weekend. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 9.
Sports Betting News: Mullins Fires a Warning Shot at Henderson
Patrick Mullins believes State Man can topple Constitution Hill in the 2025 Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Champions League Matchday 3 Preview: Acca Could Pay Dividends
The 2024/25 Champions League continues apace next week. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 3.
Premier League Matchday 8 Preview: Man City & Arsenal Are Banker Bets
The Premier League returns this weekend following the latest batch of international fixtures. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 8.
Betting Trends for the Champion Stakes at Ascot
The Champion Stakes is one of the highlights of the flat racing season in the United Kingdom. We look at the trends and latest betting odds for the big race at Ascot.
Big Evs Sparkles During Breeders’ Cup Prep Run at Southwell
Trainer Mick Appleby sent star sprinter Big Evs to Southwell for a Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint prep run last week. We look at the latest betting news for the race.
Sports Betting News: Appleby Considering Options for Dewhurst Winner
Shadow Of Light could be aimed at the 2000 Guineas after his victory in the Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Champions League 2024/25: Bookies Wary of Liverpool and Leverkusen
The revamped 2024/25 Champions League has got off to an exciting start. Find out how the first two rounds of matches have impacted the outright betting for the competition.
Sports Betting News: Flooring Porter Owners Eyeing the Grand National
Dual Stayers’ Hurdle winner Flooring Porter may be aimed at the 2025 Grand National. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Premier League Matchday 7 Preview: Top Four are Banker Bets
The 2024/25 Premier League season has reached Matchday 7. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for the latest round of fixtures.
Jockey Club Makes Changes to the Cheltenham Festival
The Jockey Club will make several changes to the 2025 Cheltenham Festival in March. Find out how this will impact one of the biggest betting events of the year.
Sports Betting News: Theleme Ruled out of the Cheltenham Festival
Leading French hurdler Theleme will miss the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. Find out more about this and other news from the sports betting sector this week.
Premier League Matchday 6 Preview: Man United Face Tottenham Test
The 2024/25 Premier League season rumbles on this weekend. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 6.
City Of Troy Impresses During Breeders’ Cup Workout at Southwell
Top Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien sent City Of Troy to Southwell for a Breeders’ Cup prep run on Friday. We look at the latest betting news for the big race.
Sports Betting News: BGC Chief Issues Black Market Betting Warning
More than £4 billion is staked by UK bettors on the gambling black market annually. Find out more about this and the threat it poses to the legal betting industry.
Premier League Matchday 5 Preview: Man City & Arsenal go Head-to-Head
The 2024/25 Premier League season continues apace with some eye-catching fixtures this weekend. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 5.
Sports Betting News: Constitution Hill Booked for Newcastle Return
Trainer Nicky Henderson has confirmed Constitution Hill will return to action in November. Find out more about this and other top news from the sports betting industry this week.
Champions League Matchday 1 Preview: Big Guns Fancied to Shine
The 2024/25 Champions League gets underway with a new look next week. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 1.
Premier League Matchday 4 Preview: Arsenal Face Tough Tottenham Test
The 2024/25 Premier League season resumes after the international break with an exciting line-up of fixtures. We look at some of the key betting angles to consider for Matchday 4.
Sports Betting News: Daly Blasts the British Horseracing Authority
Trainer Henry Daly says horse racing authorities in the United Kingdom are failing the sport. Find out more about this and other top news from the sports betting industry this week.
Betting Trends for the St Leger Stakes at Doncaster
The St Leger Stakes is the final Classic of the flat racing season in the United Kingdom. We look at the trends and latest betting odds for the big race at Doncaster.
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