Sharp vs. Soft Bookmakers — The Key Differences Explained
In the world of sports betting, there are two types of bookmakers: Sharp and Soft. But what are the differences between them? In this article, I delve into the operational …
Arbitrage Betting Explained – Is Arbing Still Worth It In 2024?
Welcome to the ultimate guide to arbitrage betting, where I explore a strategy that promises risk-free profits by exploiting discrepancies in odds across different bookmakers and betting exchanges. In this …
How To Resolve Disputes With Casinos & Bookmakers (Step-by-Step)
Despite the UK government’s efforts to standardise and regulate the gambling industry through the introduction of the Gambling Commission, player disputes are still alarmingly frequent. Resolving a dispute with an …
What Is The Starting Price In Betting? What Does SP Mean?
The starting price (SP) is a term commonly used in horse racing and greyhound racing, referring to the odds offered on a particular runner at the start of the race. …
10 Biggest Challenges For Betfair Traders | Problems To Overcome
Considering a career as a professional Betfair trader? Expect to encounter numerous challenges on your journey. Consistently profiting from Betfair can be demanding, so it’s essential to anticipate and be …
The Impact Of Weather On Horse Racing & Racecourses
Extreme weather can wreak havoc on race days, creating a slew of challenges and potential setbacks for all involved. However, even in less severe conditions, weather can serve as a …
What’s The Best Sport For Betting? Which Has The Most Opportunities?
There are several factors that determine which sport is considered the ‘best’ for betting, and it largely depends on your personal perspective. This article elaborates on the response I offered …
The Paramount Importance Of Sample Size In Betting Analysis
In sports betting, “sample size” refers to the volume of data used for analysis. Drawing conclusions from a small and insignificant sample may provide short-term insights, but it fails to …
Challenges In Adapting Betting Systems For A New Season
As we explore the landscape of football betting for the new season, two key questions arise: How can we compare new and established teams? And how can we keep our …
Back & Lay | The Basic Principles Of Sports Trading
Before becoming a sports trader you’ll need to understand the two bet types available on the betting exchange: “back” and “lay” bets. Understanding the difference between the two and how …
What Is Dutching? How Does Dutch Betting Work?
Dutching is a betting strategy that involves placing bets on multiple selections in the same market to ensure an equal profit is made from any of the chosen selections. The …
Swing Trading On The Betting Exchange | Basic Betfair Strategy
Swing trading is a popular technique used in financial markets, and it can also be applied to trading on betting exchanges. In this article, I will delve into the concept …
Should You Take Early Prices For Your Betting Strategy?
Are you a punter who frequently places bets on multiple selections well in advance of a race or event? While this may seem like a practical approach, there are several …
What Drives Pre-Race Price Movements In Horse Racing?
In the world of sports betting, the public’s opinion is a powerful force that drives the movement of markets in horse racing and other sports. This opinion is most effectively …
How Do I Know If My Betting Results Were Luck Or Skill?
I had the opportunity to contribute to the Trademate Sports ‘Industry Experts’ blog series, where I tackled a crucial issue that plagues many sports bettors: how do you distinguish between …
The Weight Of Money (WoM) Explained | Sports Market Prediction
One key concept in sports trading is the Weight of Money (WoM), which refers to the balance in the amount of money being traded on a particular market. The Weight …
Arbing vs Value Betting | Two Profitable Strategies Compared
Arbing (short for arbitrage betting) and value betting are two different strategies that bettors can use to make money from sports betting. While both strategies involve looking for discrepancies in …
Can Sports Betting Courses Be Trusted? Should I Pay For One?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about all sports betting courses, as the quality and reliability of such courses can vary greatly depending on the specific course and …
Value Betting Guide | Calculate & Use Expected Value (EV)
Are you curious about the term ‘Value bet’ or ‘Value betting,’ but aren’t sure what it means or how to use it to your advantage in sports betting? The concept …
Matched Betting Beginners Guide 2023 | Step-By-Step Tutorial
Matched Betting is a risk-free technique used to earn tax-free profits from the free bets & promotions offered by online bookmakers. It’s based on a simple strategy rather than chance …
Best Matched Betting Subscription Services | Top Software 2023
Matched Betting guidance used to be hard to come by — but that all changed when specialist ‘Matched Betting Services’ emerged. These services provide software, tools, tutorials, support, and up-to-date …
Middles, Negative Middles & Polish Middles | Complex Arbs
In sports betting a Middle is a type of arbitrage bet or ‘sure bet’ involving two Back bets on the same event. If the event ends in a specific result, …
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, which become more accurate and harder to beat as more money is …
How Data Science Affects Sports Betting | Bookmaker & Player Perspectives
Casual sports bettors enjoy the heightened level of excitement that comes with placing wagers on their favourite sporting events. But what chance of success do they really have? What statistical …
Avoid Bookmaker Account Restrictions & Closures
There are several reasons why Bookmakers restrict, limit or close betting accounts. Usually it’s because you’re betting smarter, or making more money, than they want you to be. If you’re …