Virtual horse racing betting: A complete guide to odds, strategies and winning tips
Virtual horse racing has emerged as one of the most accessible forms of gambling for bettors worldwide.
While traditional afternoon and evening horse racing has been merrily ticking along for hundreds of years, virtual horse racing offers 24/7 action with competitive odds, without the risk of your selection having a meltdown in the stalls.
However, many punters still don’t trust virtual horse racing. They believe there’s too much ‘new-fangled technology’ going on in the background to feel comfortable about putting a large chunk of cash on something that isn’t flesh and blood.
Well, Grandad, it’s time to put those fears to one side, as Sports News Blitz’s Scott Allen walks you through the world of virtual horse racing and answers some questions you may have.
What key performance indicators should fans check before major games?
Major games are the highlight of any sport, when the stakes are at an all-time high and two teams battle it out for the crown. These games tend to pull big audiences, and for good reason; they’re a thrill to watch.
But for people interested in sports betting, what do you need to check before placing a bet?
Champions League 2025/26: Outright Betting & Matchday 4 Preview
The opening phase of the 2025/26 Champions League reaches the halfway stage during the first week in November.
Matchday 4 features some eye-catching fixtures, many of which will have a significant bearing on the race to progress to the last-16 of the competition.
Read on as we look at the latest betting for the Champions League, before previewing what promises to be a thrilling fourth round of matches.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Manchester United vs Brighton predictions, betting tips & preview
Old Trafford braces for another test as Manchester United welcome Brighton in this weekend’s Premier League clash, on Saturday, October 25.
The hosts arrive fresh from a shock win at Anfield, while the visitors continue to punch above their weight with an impressive unbeaten run.
Saturday’s showdown could prove pivotal in shaping both clubs’ European ambitions.
Sports News Blitz previews Man United vs Brighton with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Arsenal vs Crystal Palace predictions, betting tips & preview
The Premier League serves up a capital clash this weekend, on Sunday, October 26 as Arsenal welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates for an all-London affair.
The Gunners are unbeaten at home since May, while Palace cross the Thames in fine scoring form of their own.
Expect goals, grit, and a fair bit of south-London defiance on Super Sunday.
Sports News Blitz previews Arsenal vs Crystal Palace with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
Premier League on Sky Sports: Leeds United vs West Ham preview, betting tips & predictions
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this Friday night, October 24, as Leeds United host West Ham in a clash between two sides looking to shake off early-season struggles.
Both will see this as a chance to stabilise and build some momentum, though the pressure is beginning to mount on both dugouts.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs West Ham, with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
UK & Irish Flat season sees record HK$5.1 billion World Pool turnover
World Pool turnover has hit a new season-long high in the UK and Ireland, rising to HK$5.1bn following its conclusion on British Champions Day at Ascot last Saturday.
The impact of referee decisions on live betting odds
In the modern world of sports betting, you can not only bet on wins and losses, but almost every little detail in a game. Of course, the referee can have a massive impact on this, for a myriad of different reasons that we will get to.
But how can you minimise these variables, and how can you increase your chances of making a winning bet?
Premier League on TNT Sports: Leeds Utd vs Tottenham preview, betting tips and best bets
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this weekend as Leeds United host Tottenham in a lunchtime kick-off that promises plenty of action.
Both sides are unbeaten in their last few outings, and with key trends emerging early in the season, this could be a pivotal clash for momentum.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs Tottenham, offering betting tips and stats.
Premier League betting tips: Gameweek six preview - Brentford and Man Utd to draw, Eberechi Eze to star for Arsenal, and more
As you get older, if you are not careful you start to be consumed by life’s big questions.
Like why do I think f**k all of having £100 on a Bet Builder but yet will try and juggle nine items while shambling out of Tesco rather than paying 30p for a carrier bag?
Enough rumination. 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 Arsenal’s clash with Newcastle.
NFL betting tips: Ravens to bounce back, New Orleans Saints' unsalvageable season
This NFL season is providing more drama than a badly written soap opera.
The Kansas City Chiefs finally stumbled onto a win, though they still look like a dynasty on life support.
Elsewhere, the Buffalo Bills are continuing to show that they are January material, while the Bengals lost their zero against a surprisingly snappy Minnesota Vikings side.
Here, writing for Sports News Blitz, Travel News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down some of his favourite picks ahead of Gameweek four.
Women's US Open quarter-finals: Key Matchups Bettors Will Watch
The US Open is where legends are created and underdogs are born. The spotlight traditionally hits championship Sunday, but the quarter-finals are where storylines are scripted, and where bettors start sharpening their pencils.
These matches don't just advance; they set momentum, affect confidence, and, in fact, swing lines.
Three 2025 matches are of the highest interest and wagering value: Sabalenka vs. Vondroušová, Pegula vs. Krejčíková, and the marquee Round of 16 match between Osaka and Gauff, whose winner can remake the quarter-final landscape.
Punter’s big win returns extra £7k thanks to BOG
A William Hill racing punter landed a big bet to start the bank holiday weekend, when their 5p Goliath returned close to £12k, over half of which was thanks to Best Odds Guaranteed.
Fury vs Usyk: What the Heavyweight Showdown Means for Bettors
Few events in modern boxing generate as much excitement as a heavyweight unification bout. The possibility of Tyson Fury returning to face Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Stadium has already sparked global debate.
For fans and bettors alike, the matchup represents more than just a sporting contest. It is a pivotal moment for the heavyweight division and an opportunity to explore one of the most dynamic betting markets in sport.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: What is proposition (props) betting?
Proposition betting, often referred to as props betting, involves wagering on specific events or outcomes within a game or sporting event that may not directly affect the final result.
Here, Sports News Blitz looks at some common examples of proposition wagers.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: What is totals (over/under) betting?
Totals betting, also known as over/under betting, is a type of sports wagering where you bet on the total combined score of both teams in a game, rather than on the outcome of the game itself.
Here, Sports News Blitz explains one of the simpler betting methods out there.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: What is teaser betting?
Teaser betting is a form of sports wagering that allows bettors to adjust the point spread or totals line in their favor for reduced odds.
It's similar to parlay betting, but instead of combining multiple individual bets into one wager, teaser bets involve adjusting the point spread or totals line by a predetermined number of points in exchange for lower odds.
Here, Sports News Blitz analyses the functionality of teaser betting.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: How to bet on live betting
Live betting, also known as in-play betting, allows you to place bets on a sporting event while it is in progress.
It adds an extra layer of excitement to sports betting, as odds and betting options can change rapidly based on the unfolding events of the game.
Here, Sports News Blitz looks at the best approach to live betting.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: What is parlay betting?
Parlay betting, also known as accumulator betting or combo betting, involves combining multiple individual bets into a single wager, with the key feature being that all components of the bet must be correct for the overall bet to win.
Here, Sports News Blitz explains the tricky art of parlay bets.
Sports News Blitz betting and casino guide: What is moneyline betting?
Moneyline betting is a straightforward form of sports betting where you wager on which team or individual will win a particular game or event.
Here, Sports News Blitz offers a useful overview of the popular strategy.