Horse racing news: William Hill go Non-Runner Money Back on Cheltenham Festival
William Hill have announced that they have gone Non-Runner Money Back on all 28 races at the Cheltenham Festival.
On the back of two brilliant days at the Dublin Racing Festival, the leading bookmaker have now opened up a concession which will be welcomed by punters up and down the land.
Australian Open news: Elena Rybakina reigns supreme over Aryna Sabalenka to clinch Melbourne title
World number five Elena Rybakina secured her second major title with a thrilling three-set victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta breaks down what happened at the first women’s Grand Slam showpiece of 2026.
Australian Open news: Carlos Alcaraz secures career Grand Slam with victory over Novak Djokovic
History was made as world number one Carlos Alcaraz secured his maiden Australian Open title and seventh major win in an epic battle against world number four Novak Djokovic.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta takes a deep dive into what happened in the first men’s Grand Slam final of the year.
Premier League news: Aston Villa’s title charge stumbles at Villa Park as Brentford grab narrow win
Aston Villa suffered a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Brentford in the Premier League on Sunday – a result that dealt a significant blow to their title bid.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce reflects on a controversial clash.
Horse racing news: Majborough is Timeform’s highest-rated horse in training after Dublin Chase rout
Majborough produced the best performance of the jumps season so far when slamming Marine Nationale by 19 lengths in the Dublin Chase at Leopardstown on Sunday, earning a lofty Timeform rating of 179.
Il Etait Temps, who looked beaten when suffering a tired fall in the Clarence House Chase at Ascot last month, had previously topped the two-mile division on a rating of 172 courtesy of his emphatic victory in the Tingle Creek Chase.
Galopin des Champs, who will contest a strong Irish Gold Cup on Monday, was Timeform’s highest-rated jumps horse in training on 175 but has now been surpassed at the top of the ratings by his younger stablemate.
2026 Championship Futures: Analyzing NBA Odds for the Thunder, Celtics, and Dark Horses
Sports News Blitz takes a comprehensive audit of the January 2026 NBA futures market.
We analyze why the OKC Thunder are a "minus money" trap, expose the massive arbitrage value in the Boston Celtics, and identify the Detroit Pistons as the year's true dark horse.
ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Leopardstown on Sunday, February 1
Sunday, February 1 hosts the second day of the Dublin Racing Festival.
After jetting around the globe, Sports News Blitz’s Kieran McHugh landed in Ireland.
And our pundit is keen to unearth some clues for the Cheltenham Festival.
Australian Open news: Men’s Grand Slam final preview - Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic
All eyes will be on Melbourne Park, as the Rod Laver Arena hosts an infamous rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta previews the men’s final in the first Grand Slam of the year.
Australian Open news: Grand Slam finals preview - Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina go head-to-head
The spotlight will be on Rod Laver Arena, as the top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina battle it out in the final of the Australian Open, to see who will come out as victor in Melbourne.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta previews the women’s final in the first Grand Slam of the year.
ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Sandown, Musselbrough and Leopardstown on Saturday, January 31
Sometimes we struggle to keep up with the personal life of Sport News Blitz’s horse racing tipster Jeff Mexico. This week he carried out an ‘important scientific experiment’ during Storm Chandra, which hit the UK this week.
Standing naked behind the Betfred in St Austell, he wanted to see if a 75 mph wind would move his genitals independently. Without going into too much detail, he concluded the experiment a success and was promptly arrested for indecent exposure.
While you have that unpleasant image in your mind, why not take a gander at Jeff’s 11 tips for ITV’s big weekend of equine action at Sandown, Musselburgh and day one of the Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown.
Tyson Fury’s comeback: Can Fury become a three-time heavyweight world champion?
On January 28, it was announced that Tyson Fury would return to the ring against Russian heavyweight Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11.
Makhmudov has a record of 23 fights, 21 wins, 19 by knockout, and two losses. His last outing was against Doncaster heavyweight Dave Allen, where he won by unanimous decision.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House examines whether Fury still has what it takes to reclaim world championship glory.
NBA news: LeBron James brought to tears in possible final Cleveland appearance
LeBron James returned to Cleveland on Wednesday, January 28, knowing the moment carried extra weight.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo reflects on an emotional night in Cleveland that may have marked LeBron James’ final appearance in the city where his NBA journey began.
From Leicester’s miracle to modern reality: What’s changed in the Premier League since 2016
10 years ago, the Premier League looked completely different. The 2015/16 season produced one of football's most shocking title wins, with Leicester City defying 5000/1 odds to lift the trophy - a moment that still influences how fans, analysts and Premier League betting markets view what's possible.
That campaign rewrote the rules about power, spending and possibility in English football. But a decade later, the landscape's shifted again – some clubs have risen, others have fallen away, and the league's transformed almost entirely.
Premier League betting tips: Erling Haaland to score, West Ham to beat Chelsea, and more Gameweek 24 betting tips
Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from Matchweek 24’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including Sunday’s big one between Tottenham and Manchester City.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals optimism after first Ferrari run of 2026
Lewis Hamilton’s first taste of Ferrari machinery for the 2026 Formula One season delivered more reassurance than concern, even if the conditions in Barcelona were far from ideal.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down the key takeaways from Hamilton’s opening Ferrari outing and what it could mean heading into the new era.
MMA analysis: Has the UFC done enough to cultivate a new generation of stars?
Sports News Blitz writer Ollie Hughes discusses the current star power on the UFC roster and why the promotion may have no intention of growing it any time soon.
Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson: Fight preview, breakdown and prediction
On Saturday, January 31, at Madison Square Garden, Shakur Stevenson competes for the WBO super lightweight world championship in one of the biggest fights on the boxing calendar.
With both fighters firmly established as elite names in the sport, this matchup has captured the attention of the boxing world.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House breaks down the key talking points, form and stylistic matchups ahead of a fascinating title clash.
Premier League analysis: Fine margins, familiar flaws – What this weekend told us about the title race
It was another pivotal round in the Premier League title race, one that raised as many questions as it answered at the top of the table.
Arsenal’s stuttering form has opened the door once again, with familiar flaws resurfacing at the worst possible moment. And their closest rivals wasted no time in applying pressure, meaning that fine margins, nervy finishes and dropped points are beginning to define a race that feels increasingly fragile.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Zephryn Dockree breaks down the key talking points from a weekend that may yet prove decisive in the quest for glory.
UFC 325: Preview and suggested bets for Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes and more
Can UFC 325 live up to the hype of last weekend? Will Alexander Volkanovski further cement his legacy in the featherweight division? What does the return of Tai Tuivasa after nearly two years mean?
It’s another landmark event in the UFC this weekend as Volkanovski fights in Australia once more as part of his second title defence against Diego Lopes.
Fellow Aussies Dan Hooker and Tai Tuivasa join Volkanovski on the main card, with ‘The Hangman’ looking to bounce back from a heavy loss to Arman Tsarukyan just over two months ago.
Cricket news: England head coach Brendon McCullum’s moment of truth as T20 World Cup looms
As pressure grows on England’s Bazball regime, more white-ball failures may prove costly for head coach Brendon McCullum.
The Kiwi and the ECB must have let out a huge sigh of relief when England recently beat Sri Lanka by five wickets to finally win their first away ODI in 11 matches. Yet, that result and the subsequent series win are scant consolation for a team that has faced immense scrutiny both on and off the pitch after a wretched Ashes campaign.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sai Raghav Balakrishnan takes a look at an evolving situation.