Golf betting tips: Scottish Open – Ryan Fox’s links prowess key as Robert MacIntyre eyes home crowd
Golf heads home this week as the PGA Tour moves to Scotland for the Genesis Scottish Open.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy outlines four of his favourite picks ahead of the action.
Horse racing news: Archivist and More Thunder best-handicapped in York, Newmarket contests
William Haggas’s duo of handicap hotpots have been given another boost ahead of Saturday, with Timeform revealing that Archivist and More Thunder are the best-handicapped horses in the John Smith’s Cup and Bunbury Cup, respectively.
Archivist is, however, closely followed in the Timeform weight-adjusted ratings by See That Storm.
Enzo Maresca reflects on Joao Pedro’s impact and Chelsea's Club World Cup final spot
Enzo Maresca says he is “very proud and very happy” after Chelsea reached the Club World Cup final with a 2-0 win over Fluminense, and praised new signing Joao Pedro for delivering immediately on the big stage.
In this article, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell breaks down Maresca’s post-match reaction and Joao Pedro’s standout performance in just his second Chelsea appearance.
Tennis news: A look back at Bulgarian star Grigor Dimitrov’s five consecutive Grand Slam retirements
Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov has always been one of the most talented and stylish players on the circuit, but the story of his career has taken a difficult turn lately as he has been forced to retire due to injury in each of his last five Grand Slam tournaments.
Here, Sports News Blitz tennis writer Abhiram Varanasi takes a closer look at how this painful streak has unfolded.
2025 Women’s Euro: Switzerland’s fairy-tale run continues with last-gasp equaliser
Switzerland are into the quarter-finals of a major tournament for the first time in their history - and they left it late to get there.
Hosting this year’s Euros, the pressure was always going to be immense, but few expected the drama that unfolded in Geneva.
Horse racing news: Celebrated jockey Hugh Bowman to join Karis Teetan at Ascot’s Shergar Cup
Hugh Bowman has confirmed he will participate in the Shergar Cup at Ascot on 9 August when fellow Hong Kong–based rider Karis Teetan captains the Rest of the World team against teams representing Great Britain & Ireland, Asia, and Europe in the invitational series.
For his part, Bowman is looking forward to the meet, saying: “I was invited to ride in that [Shergar Cup], so plans are being made around that so that will keep me honest in the middle [of the Hong Kong off-season].”
Horse racing news: Ebor the aim for Hello Neighbour – William Hill ambassador Gavin Cromwell
William Hill ambassador Gavin Cromwell has confirmed the Ebor is the main aim for Hello Neighbour’s Flat campaign.
Cromwell also spoke on some notable entries for his other Flat stable stars, including Snellen and exciting filly Brownstown.
Horse racing news: Shrewd Hertfordshire punter lands juicy £39k payout from William Hill
William Hill have been hit by a big racing winner as a shrewd Hertfordshire punter landed a £39,021 total return from two bets on Wednesday evening’s action from Ffos Las and Kempton.
The bettor combined these selections in a £20 four-fold accumulator which returned £15,470 as well as a £10 Lucky 15 returning £23,551.
MLS Golden Boot Race: Top Scorers to Watch for Betting Value
The competition for Major League Soccer’s (MLS) coveted 2025 Golden Boot is reaching fever pitch, and savvy fans are watching closely. For many, it isn’t all about the goals - it’s also about finding wagering value.
From in-form forwards like Sam Surridge to dual-threat players like Evander, the league is stacked with attacking talent.
This article breaks down the top players, what the numbers reveal, and how emerging patterns of play could help you stay ahead of the curve in the betting market.
British & Irish Lions news: Lions pass their hardest test so far against the Brumbies
This week saw the match-ups between Andy Farrell’s British and Irish Lions and the Australian franchises come to an end after a 36-24 triumph over the ACT Brumbies on July 9.
The Lions finished with a perfect record in these warm-up games.
The Lions now go on to face the Australian–New Zealand Invitational squad – which, despite being filled with some Southern Hemisphere stars, should be a much more disjointed squad, similar to a Barbarians-esque set-up.
So, with the Brumbies being the best Australian team in Super Rugby Pacific, what did Farrell and his coaches learn from this game, and the games against all of the other Australian franchises?
Here, Sports News Blitz rugby writer Jacob Garrett discusses the road ahead for Farrell and the Lions.
England news: Lauren James makes the difference as Lionesses beat the Netherlands 4-0
England bounced back from a disappointing 2-1 defeat to France with a statement win, thumping the Netherlands 4-0 in their second group stage game at the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025.
Here, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell reflects on Chelsea and England star Lauren James’ impact against the Dutch.
Cricket news: England vs India – Gus Atkinson returns for third Test as hosts seek redemption at Lord’s
England pacer Gus Atkinson is the latest addition to the 16-man squad for the hosts ahead of the third Test against India at Lord’s.
After suffering a devastating defeat at the hands of the tourists in Edgbaston, Brendon McCullum’s side will be hoping to bounce back at the home of cricket in this five-match series.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Bilal Patel highlights all the details ahead of the third Test in the capital.
Anita Asante on Arsenal’s quadruple, breaking barriers & building a more inclusive game
Anita Asante is one of the most respected figures in British football and a leading voice among today’s most in-demand football speakers.
A central defender and midfielder who made over 70 appearances for the England national team, she played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s historic 2006/07 season, when the club secured an unprecedented quadruple - including the UEFA Women’s Cup, FA Women’s Premier League, FA Cup and League Cup.
2025 British GP: Lando Norris’ first Silverstone win, Nico Hülkenberg finally secures podium finish, Max Verstappen struggles amid Mercedes speculation, and more
For the 75th time in the sport’s history, F1 came home to Silverstone on Sunday, July 6, for the 2025 British Grand Prix.
A first home victory for Lando Norris, a 15-year wait for the podium coming to an end for Nico Hülkenberg, and chaotic wet-dry weather conditions meant nobody will forget this one in a hurry.
Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at the five big talking points to come out of this season’s British GP.
UEFA Women’s Euro news: Analysing the Lionesses’ disappointing performance against France
In the post-match interview after the loss to France, Sarina Wiegman described England’s first performance in the Women’s Euro 2025 the best, saying: “We were too sloppy.”
Even before England scored a disallowed goal in the 15th minute, there were signs that the Lionesses were not playing to the high standards they’ve set for themselves.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Vanely Barumire analyses the Lionesses’ loss against France.
Wimbledon news: A closer look at quarter-finalist Cameron Norrie’s tennis journey
Cameron Norrie’s run to the quarter-finals at Wimbledon 2025 is the latest high point in a career that has always been about steady progress, discipline, and belief in his own path.
While other players may have grabbed headlines due to their big personalities or flashy games — Norrie has quietly built a strong and lasting presence in the world of professional tennis.
His journey to the top of the sport is anything but typical—writes Sports News Blitz’s Abhiram Varanasi.
Soccer news: Jhon Durán leaves Al-Nassr for Fenerbahçe
21-year-old Colombian striker Jhon Durán has rejoined European football, sealing a one-year loan from Al‑Nassr to Turkish giants Fenerbahçe — a deal struck on July 6.
Durán had an impressive season in Saudi Arabia, scoring 12 goals from 18 appearances, reigniting his career after just six months away from England.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce looks at the reasons why Jhon Durán is a marquee addition to José Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe.
Rugby union news: South Africa vs Italy — Springboks triumph over gutsy Azzurri
The Springboks triumphed over Italy 42-24 in the first of two Test matches on Saturday, July 5, at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.
The Azzurri’s grit gave Rassie Erasmus’ men problems at different points in the encounter, with the Boks showing moments of magic, but also signs of frailty that left them with plenty to work on ahead of the second Test.
Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo looks back on the events of the first Test in Pretoria.
Warning signs in the Silverstone rain: Why Ferrari must finally listen to Lewis Hamilton
Ferrari walked into the 2025 British Grand Prix with cautious hope: they topped two of three practice sessions, alluring whispers of progress.
But what unfolded on Sunday at Silverstone was less evolution and more collapse.
Delacroix closes in on top three-year-old honours with Coral-Eclipse rating boost
Delacroix has earned a Timeform rating of 129+ (from 116p) following his dramatic victory in the Coral-Eclipse on Saturday and is now rated only 3 lb behind leading three-year-old Field Of Gold (132p) who is also the highest-rated horse in Europe.