The term bookie traditionally carried negative connotations. But amid today’s rapid legalisation of sports betting and the rise of sports wagering sites, being a bookmaker is now a legitimate occupation. And as this legitimisation continues to spread, punters are spending more money than ever before. So how do bookies make money? Most of their cash […]
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They say there’s strength in numbers, which rings especially true in the world of sports betting. Instead of relying on betting odds, you and other bettors can gather together to form a sports lottery pool with a fixed entry price. If you’re looking to put down a reasonably small bet and come out with a […]
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For most people, the words “sports betting” mean just one thing - fixed-odds gambling. This is no surprise, considering it’s the most popular type of sports betting there is. However, the world of sports betting is in fact incredibly diverse - so you might be surprised to find that there are countless more ways to bet on sports than you’ve imagined. With so many options, it can also be a little too much to take in all at once. Luckily, you’re in good hands: In this quick guide, we’ll introduce you to the various types of bets in sports and how you can get your game on. Because as they say, variety is the spice of life.
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How many times have you told a friend, “I bet you that it won’t rain today”, and they ended up having to buy you a drink? If you can put these quantitative skills to use in order to predict the outcomes of sporting events, you can turn your forecasts into profit - assuming that you have a talent for guessing when something won’t happen.
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Today, it’s easy and legal to bet on sports. And while no one can offer you a sure thing, the online sports betting market ballooned into a multi-billion dollar industry by attracting a long line of customers with can’t-lose propositions and cash handouts. Convenience is another important factor. Most sports fans welcome any innovations that enhance their financial and emotional engagement with the game. This is where modern technology comes in, with mobile devices enabling you to place bets from the comfort of your home or while you’re on the move. If you’re trying to figure out how to place a bet online and what options are available, you’ve come to the right place. The following article walks you through everything you need to know about online sports betting.
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The house always wins when you aren’t the one controlling the odds. But when your arsenal of betting options includes the ability to buy, sell, or trade outcomes, locking in a profit isn’t a far-fetched prospect. Enter betting exchanges. Right about now, those who are new to the betting scene are probably asking themselves: what is a betting exchange? In a nutshell, a betting exchange is a marketplace where bettors can make wagers against each other instead of the bookie. The platforms charge a small commission fee while enabling the punters to back or lay their bets. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Following a successful surgery on his broken leg, Conor McGregor promises to return “better than ever.” “Just out of the surgery room, everything went to plan, everything went perfect, and I’m feeling tremendous. We’ve got six weeks on a crutch now, and then we begin to build back,” said the mixed martial artist. McGregor sustained […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo made history by becoming only the sixth player in the NBA Finals to score more than 40 points in consecutive games. As he helped his Milwaukee Bucks edge out the Phoenix Suns, Antetokounmpo joined NBA legends Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Rick Barry, and LeBron James - all of whom had consecutive 40-point performances.
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Straight-set triumphs in their last-16 matches led the eight-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer and the world #1 Novak Djokovic into the quarter-finals at the world’s most famous tennis tournament. After a slightly slower start in the first round, which saw trail 1-0 against the local wild card hopeful Jack Draper, Djokovic hasn’t dropped a single […]
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