Every Sports Betting Odds Format Explained With Examples
Do you want to understand how each of the different sports betting odds formats work? In this article I provide the formulas to calculate the potential winnings using any format …
Mug Betting — Why Regular Punters Eventually Lose
A Mug Bet is simply betting without any advantage or ‘edge’. The vast majority of sports bettors can be classified as “Mug Bettors” or “Mugs” for short, as harsh as …
The Truth About Twitter Tipsters & Bookmaker Affiliations
Over the last couple of years there’s been some negative media attention on the “Twitter Tipsters” — the guys that tweet sports betting tips to their followers. Vice Sports published an …
Sharp & Soft Bookmakers — The Differences Explained
There are two types of Bookmakers: Sharp and Soft. So what’s the difference between them? In this article I explain how Sharp and Soft Bookmakers produce their odds, and what …
Traits Of Professional Gamblers | Characteristics & Skills
What makes a professional gambler successful? What separates a pro gambler from the vast majority who lose? Of course, strategy and methodology plays a huge part. Intelligence and analytical skills …
Best Sites For Free Football Statistics | Top Soccer Stats Websites
Are you looking for free football statistics? Here’s the sites I recommend. 1. Fbref Fbref is a website that collects statistics on football teams and players from around the …
Why Is Gambling Considered A Taboo? – Society Vs Betting
I’ve asked myself: is there any particular reason that so many people consider gambling a taboo? Is it really so different from other, more accepted, forms of betting? Trading and …
Sports Spread Betting Odds Explained | How To Calculate Profit
In sports spread betting, players bet on whether an outcome will end up being above or below a range called the ‘spread’. The profit or loss is determined by the …
Is Video Gaming An Alternative To Online Gambling?
Video gaming shares more than one similarity to online gambling. Immersion, escapism, and the thrill of winning are what attracts players. Skill, competitiveness, research, and maintaining a level-head are required …
4 Alternative Ways to Reverse Your Online Gambling Fortunes
Indulging in a spot of online gambling is one way to unwind after a long working week — but if you find yourself caught in a downward spiral of losses, it …
Confirmation Bias In Sports Betting & How To Avoid It
Confirmation bias is a type of cognitive bias that involves favouring information that confirms what you already believe to be true. And that’s very dangerous in sports betting, or any …
What Is The Starting Price In Betting? — The SP Explained
SP is an abbreviation for ‘Start Price’ or ‘Starting Price’. When a bettor takes the SP, they agree to accept the Starting Price — the price a horse (or greyhound) …
10 Biggest Sports Betting Myths | Top Lies & Misconceptions
There’s plenty of misconceptions about sports betting, so I decided to compile a list of my top 10 biggest sports betting myths. Some views on sports betting are understandable while …
Best Betting Exchange 2022 | Betfair Alternatives Compared
What’s the best betting exchange? What’s the advantage of using one over another? There’s a only 4 major players in this field, with Betfair leading the way. Let’s compare them… …
Best Sites For Horse Racing Statistics | Form Databases
In search of an edge in their bets, horse racing bettors analyse data more than ever before . Horse racing pioneered the use of historical data analysis as a basis …
Top Casinos To Visit In Michigan — Updated For 2021
If you’re someone that loves to indulge in sports betting or casino games, then Michigan is an excellent location to visit. Besides being home to several impressive brick-and-mortar casinos, you …
Find Bookies With The Lowest Betting Margins
There are several factors to assess when choosing sports betting sites. One of the major considerations is the betting margins. Introduction to Betting Margins Before appraising bookies by their betting margins, it’s important to …
Improve Your Chances At Online Casino Games — Tips For Beginners
Over the last decade we’ve experienced the rise and rise of Online Casino games. A combination of factors have aligned to create the perfect environment for online casino gaming to …
Make Smarter Blackjack Decisions — Optimal Strategy Overview
Blackjack has always been one of the most popular casino games because it’s so easy to play. Yet, it’s largely misunderstood in terms of strategy. Did you know that the …
Do Any Roulette Strategies Work? What’s The Best System?
Roulette is one of the simplest casino games. Pick your numbers, spin the wheel and the rest is over to chance. The big question is: do any roulette strategies work? …
Explaining The Rapid Growth of Online Sports Gambling in the UK
Online gambling first became legal in the UK in 2003 following proposed changes by the Culture Secretary. The new bill was set out to keep pace with developments in modern …
An Introduction To Online Betting Bonuses (Casino & Sports)
Bonuses and free spins might sound too good to be true (and in some cases they are). But new and existing sports and casino players should be aware of the …
5 Types Of Bets You Must Know About To Play Online Poker
One of the most crucial aspects of poker strategy is understanding the different bet types. As you start reading forums and strategy articles, you might come across several terms that …
Problems In The Gambling Industry & How To Improve Them
I was recently asked by Trademate Sports “what is the one thing you’d like to see change in the gambling industry?”. As I started to write my answer, I found …
How Efficient Are Sports Betting Markets? Can I Beat Them?
With any market, the more participants, the more efficient it becomes. The same applies to sports betting markets. In order to become a profitable bettor, it’s important to be aware …