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ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Ascot and Haydock on Saturday, December 20
Sport News Blitz’s horse racing tipster Jeff Mexico nearly drowned this week. His local swimming pool is currently playing Christmas hits over the PA system and after hearing Shakin Stevens’ hit “Merry Christmas Everyone” for the umpteenth time, Jeff decided not to come up for air after his 27th length of punishing but elegant butterfly.
Luckily Jeff got a life-saving kiss from a nearby unspecified gendered lifeguard. It was the most action he’s had since 2001. To celebrate another weekend on this mortal coil, Jeff has tips for the six races on offer this Saturday afternoon – four from Ascot, including the Grade 1 Long Walk, and two from Haydock to keep the northerners happy.
ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Cheltenham and Doncaster on Saturday, December 13
It’s a busy time of year for Sport News Blitz’s horse racing tipster Jeff Mexico. He regularly breaks into people’s houses and steals exactly the right amount of Quality Street that will create a blazing family argument.
But he’s taking a day off this weekend and casting his net over five big races from Cheltenham, including the Grade 2 Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle, plus three from Doncaster, where it's Christmas Jumper Raceday … if that’s your type of thing.
Horse racing tips and best bets for ITV racing at Sandown and Aintree on December 6
Is your Christmas tree up yet? This is something Jeff Mexico will never say as he doesn’t believe in the festive season after he was beaten to a pulp by a drunken Santa Claus and a pack of rabid elves on a winter’s eve in the 1990s.
This weekend, the Sports News Blitz horse racing oracle casts his net over five big races from Sandown, including the Grade 1s Henry Novices Chase and the Tingle Creek Chase, plus three from Aintree.
Mr Vango well backed for William Hill Half A Mill Becher
After 13 runners were declared for Aintree’s William Hill Becher Chase, the first William Hill Half A Mill bonus race, Mr Vango has been popular in the betting and is the 4/1 favourite.
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Premier League betting tips: Arsenal to win London derby against Chelsea, Man Utd to struggle against Crystal Palace, and more
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including the Sunday, November 30 crunch clash between Chelsea and Arsenal.
NFL betting tips: Denver Broncos to continue streak, Philadelphia Eagles to fall off the wagon in Chicago, and more
What is going on in Philadelphia? Seriously, the Birds blew what looked to be a sure thing last weekend, and will now be desperate to turn the tables back in their favour against a tough Chicago outfit on Friday.
Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos will be full of confidence as they play the Washington Commanders in the early hours of Monday morning, having not tasted defeat since a three-point loss to the Los Angeles Chargers way back in September.
Once again, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy picks out three of his favourite betting lines ahead of another week of regular-season gridiron action.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Everton vs Newcastle betting preview and tips
Everton meet Newcastle at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday evening in what will be the visitors’ first trip to the Toffees’ new home.
Both sides arrive with contrasting fortunes in recent days, setting up a tense Premier League encounter. Newcastle look to shake off their growing travel woes, while Everton hope to build on an unforgettable – and chaotic – win earlier in the week.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Tottenham vs Fulham betting preview and tips
Tottenham host Fulham in a London derby that rounds off Saturday’s Premier League schedule.
The home side enter the match under pressure after a string of dismal displays and damaging defeats. Fulham, meanwhile, make the short trip across the capital hoping to exploit Tottenham’s vulnerability on their own turf.
Here, Sports News Blitz outlines all the best bets and key stats ahead of the clash.
What makes a team’s season more predictable for fans?
Predictability in sport means fans feel able to anticipate how a team might perform across a season. It is the sense that results, form, and direction seem clear rather than uncertain.
Many supporters enjoy studying recent form and fixtures. They also look at momentum because these patterns help them build simple expectations.
Horse racing tips and best bets for ITV racing at Haydock, Ascot and Punchestown on November 22
Having spent an entire week trapped in his loft looking for his big coat, Jeff Mexico clambers down to ground level to impart his horse racing betting wisdom on nine cracking contests served up by Saturday’s ITV racing schedule.
The Sports News Blitz horse racing oracle casts his net over five races from Haydock, including the Grade 1 Betfair Chase, three from Ascot and the Grade 1 Morgiana Hurdle at Punchestown.
It’s going to be a busy day, if the weather stops being an arse.
NFL betting: Three outsiders still clinging on to faint postseason hopes
As January football approaches, the screw is beginning to tighten on the NFL's playoff picture.
With just seven games remaining, there are some surprising names currently leading their respective divisions.
The Denver Broncos' walk-off win against the heavyweight Kansas City Chiefs puts them in pole position to claim a first AFC West title in over a decade.
The New England Patriots continue rolling, with MVP frontrunner Drake Maye continuing to dazzle in helping his side cling to the summit out East.
But while these teams are thriving, several others are clinging on to their faint postseason hopes for dear life.
The bookies don't fancy their chances, but here are three teams that refuse to give up their playoff dream.
Premier League betting tips: Declan Rice to deliver; Arsenal vs Spurs should be different gravy
The Bookie Basher nailed tips at 4/1, 100/30 and 2/1 winners from five recommendations last time out - you just don’t get this type of entertainment watching Netflix.
And it’s more proof, if proof was needed, that the Bookie Basher remains the last outlaw of sports gambling.
Before we kick off another Bobby Dazzler of a preview, our maverick tipster would just look to say that he finds it bizarre that there are people who don’t have gravy on a roast freely roaming our UK streets.
Back to business - read on for a breakdown of the best bets from the Premier League's TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - the Bookie Basher – including Sunday’s north London derby between Spurs and Arsenal.
Premier League betting: A review of pre-season tips - Liverpool, Leeds Utd and more
We’ve used the international break to take stock of the Premier League standings and assess which pre-season predictions were on the money, and which have aged like milk left out in the sun.
It turns out we may have underestimated Pep Guardiola’s ability to reinvent the wheel, while Arne Slot’s Liverpool have spent the opening third of the season slipping into punchline territory.
Sports News Blitz’s betting guru George Dempsey reviews our pre-season bets with a look at the good, the bad, and a few new suggestions for the months ahead.
What are the best strategies for successful horse racing betting?
Everyone believes there’s a magic formula to winning on the horses - a fail-safe way to walk away from the racecourse with bags full of cash.
Plenty of seasoned punters will have theories they swear by or show you crumpled bits of paper with all kinds of mathematical wizardry.
These all might help tip the scales in your favour, but the bottom line is that nothing is certain when it comes to the sport of kings.
But don’t despair, Sports News Blitz’s horse racing expert Scott Allen is on hand to give your betting journey a nudge in the right direction.
Whether you're betting at Cheltenham, Royal Ascot, the Kentucky Derby, or just on a windy Tuesday in Redcar, these betting strategies could help you dust away some of the cobwebs in your wallet.
NFL Game Lines to Watch: The Can’t-Miss Week 12 Showdowns
The NFL Week 12 schedule brings both positive and negative elements, which make coaches nervous and attract bettors to place their wagers.
Multiple teams face a crucial test to maintain their playoff chances, while others aim to validate their performance from the start of the season.
The following section examines the essential NFL Week 12 games by explaining their betting preferences, revealing their strategic elements, and their impact on betting value.
NFL betting tips: Miami Dolphins to triumph in Spain, Kansas City Chiefs to edge Denver Broncos
It’s a huge clash in Denver this week as two AFC favourites, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos, go head-to-head in a contest that could prove vital in the regular season standings.
Elsewhere, the Washington Commanders will be hoping for a miracle as they head to Spain to tackle a fired-up Miami Dolphins.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy analyses week 11 of the NFL season and reveals three of his favourite picks.
Saturday ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Cheltenham and Wetherby – November 15, 2025
After spending the last three years working on what he called a ‘Guatemalan sugar farm’, Jeff Mexico has returned to Blighty to impart his years of horse racing betting experience on those looking to make a quick buck.
In this article, the Sports News Blitz horse racing oracle casts his net over Saturday’s meetings that are being shown on ITV – four from day two of the November Meeting at Cheltenham, which includes the Paddy Power Gold Cup, and two contests from Wetherby’s Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday.
Combat sports betting trends and strategies
Betting on mixed martial arts (MMA) is becoming increasingly popular among sports enthusiasts.
The sport's dynamic nature and unpredictability offer unique opportunities for bettors. Understanding the trends and strategies in this growing market can enhance your betting experience.
Sports betting is undergoing significant changes, with combat sports like MMA leading the way. This growing interest parallels developments in other sports betting markets, such as NBA online betting.
This article examines the unique appeal of MMA betting, explores current trends, and provides strategic insights for those interested in this exciting field.