Smart Sports Trader

Ryan is a former mixed martial arts and kickboxing competitor. After finishing university he played online poker and taught English for a living in Thailand for a few years. Upon returning to England his focus has been on making a living from sports trading, betting and arbitrage. Over the course of 5 years he has managed to make a six figure profit using the strategies discussed on this site. Ryan runs the sports betting and trading website www.smartsportstrader.com

Making A Million From Sports Betting Challenge – 2024 Results

2024 Monthly Results

Happy New Year! I hope 2024 was a good year for you and that 2025 brings plenty of positive moments and progress.

In this post, I’ll be sharing a straightforward breakdown of my betting results from 2024. I’ll walk you through the strategies I used, how they performed, and some key takeaways from the year. Hopefully, this reflection will offer some useful insights for those of you following along on similar paths.

Making A Million

Value Betting Results 2024

Starting off with value betting, which has been the highest volume part of my betting for a number of years now and the biggest source of profit in the previous two. My value betting mainly consists of betting on the exchanges when I believe the odds are overpriced due to a different factors.

  • Imbalance of lay money coming into the market
  • Bookmaker mistakes on early markets (can offer arbs to the market)
  • Odds movement on sharper bookmakers

Value Betting Results 2024

As the graph indicates the year started off pretty strongly and then flattened out for the last 6 or 7 months of the year. There was no change in strategy, it just became a real grind to make any sort of profit. Felt like any time some momentum started to happen, a string of loss would put me back to square one.

The way in which I record my value betting results has changed from previous years, rather then record every single bet. I know record profit from the platform I used (Smarkets, Betdaq, Betfair etc), this meant that I massively cut down the amount of time I had to spent recording my bets.

My staking for value bets is betting to win £150 (stake adjusted for odds), if something is higher value I may stake to win slightly more.

Overall a profit of +£5828 was made from value betting.

Software Used For Value Betting

Oddsmonkey

Trademate Sports

Horse Racing Results 2024

In 2024 a bet on more horse racing selection then any previous years. This year I used two systems that were based on monitoring odds movement. For the first system the stakes were between £20 – £5 depending on odds. This system was stopped after I looked over  results and saw the majority of profit was coming from a higher odds range.

The graph below shows the results over 216 days betting the first system.

Horse Racing System 1

The second system was started in November staking £4 per bet splitting half between odds available and Betfair SP.

Again the graph shows results on a daily basis.

Horse Racing Results 2

Overall both systems made a profit.

System 1 = +£731

System 2 = +£724

Tilt The Odds

The one service that I used this year for horse racing was Tilt the Odds which I started using in October of this year. I use this service with soft bookmaker accounts and take some single selections on exchanges where I have 0% commission. The vast majority of selections are with bookmakers.

Tilt The Odds tracks your profit and loss via its website. This isn’t entirely accurate due to things like best odds guaranteed and rule 4 deductions not be being adjusted, however I don’t believe the true results are massively different.  Given that I look over results on a daily basis for my daily P/L figures.

A profit of +£803 was made from TTO

Everything Else (Casino Offers, UFC, Tipster Bets)

This P/L includes everything outside of the strategies mentioned above. I group all of these together as they are much lower volume. MMA betting has been one of my strongest sports over the years however this year has been a losing one.

Casino Offers are those advised by Oddsmonkey which have a positive expectation. 2024 was a very low volume year for casino offers but these also resulted in a loss. Lastly there are some free tipsters which I also follow and occasionally bet but these account form maybe 1 or 2 bets most weeks.

Overall a loss of -£1298 was made.

Results by Month

2024 Monthly Results

Overall it is fair to say that it has been a poor year in terms of betting profit. After a very strong 2022, 2023 saw a drop in profits and then that has continued this year. This year I have bet less volume and took off two months where I really only bet the bare minimum but still results are disappointing. There has been a 8 month breakeven stretch this year has made betting feel a little pointless during this period.

Last Three Years Profit

2025 feels like a bit of a turning point for me. I’ve found myself questioning whether betting is still something I want to pursue as a source of income. It’s no secret that my enthusiasm and passion for it aren’t what they used to be a few years ago. I believe that happens to most that stay in the game for a long time, initially betting is very exciting and you live and die by every results. Then it basically becomes data entry and you become pretty detached.

While 2024 wasn’t a disaster by any stretch, betting does feel much like a job to me rather then something that I really relish the thought of getting stuck into on a daily basis.

Yet, here’s the tricky part—betting remains incredibly lucrative. The ability to pocket thousands of pounds in tax-free profit is an undeniable perk that’s hard to ignore. It stands in sharp contrast to the other streams of revenue I’ve built up in recent years, which are accompanied by an unwelcome growing tax bill. Each year, as I see those tax numbers climb higher, it serves as a clear reminder of the unique earning potential that betting offers.

2025 Plans

In 2025 I will continue with value betting, the newer improved horse racing system shows promise. I can increase stakes in both of these areas as they are mostly bet on the exchanges. Tilt the Odds accompanies this pretty well as I can place all the bets within a 1 hour and 30 minutes period in the morning. In terms of adding anything new to the portfolio, I’m always on the lookout for interesting services/tipsters and still review products for this website. Adding anything to my own betting that shows promise.

Overall I hope that 2025 will be more profitable, I hope your betting was profitable in 2024. If you have any suggestions or recommendations for me email me or comment here. Always happy to connect with other bettors and traders!

Total Made  2024

Total  = +£6788

Overall Profit Since The Challenge Began

+£190,510

Popular Sports to Bet on in Ireland

GAA Ireland

Sports betting has become a very popular activity in Ireland over the years. Statista reports that in 2024, nearly 8% of people in Ireland – about 503,100 – placed bets online. By 2029, this number is predicted to rise to 10%. With the numerous options available, sports fans can now place bets on their favorite sports on the best betting sites in Ireland.

These betting sites are regulated and supervised by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), so Irish punters can make wagers on these platforms and rest assured they are safe and fair. However, while Ireland is home to various sports, a select few are held in high regard among Irish bettors. In this guide, I’ll highlight some of the most popular sports to bet on in Ireland.

GAA Ireland

Top 5 Most Popular Sports to Bet on In Ireland

Although Ireland offers various sports, some options have gained significant popularity among Irish bettors. Some of these are:

1.   Football

Like in most countries, football is the most popular sport among bettors in Ireland. It’s a favourite for many punters and tipsters due to its straightforward rules and great odds. Football offers bettors a wide range of betting options, from predicting which team will win the match to the player who will score the first goal and even the total number of goals scored.

As such, football is a staple on the best betting sites in Ireland. With various local and international events to stake on, Irish bettors have all the football betting options they need. Notable mentions include the English Premier League and the League of Ireland, which comprises various Irish football clubs.

2.   Horse Racing

When it comes to the most popular sport to bet on, horse racing is a close second to football. This sport has a long history in Ireland, with records dating back hundreds of years. Therefore, horse racing is regarded as a significant part of Irish culture.

Irish bettors place wagers on popular horse racing events like the Irish Derby and the Galway Races. Another highly anticipated event among horse racing bettors is the Dublin Racing Festival, which will take place in February 2025. As always, it’s best to gamble responsibly. The betting sites in Ireland offer responsible gambling tools like Time Outs and Deposit/Spend Limits. Don’t hesitate to use these tools if you need them when wagering.

3.   Rugby

Even though it’s not as popular as football or horse racing, rugby is another top sport to bet on in Ireland. This country stands out for being one of the first to accept this sport, with the earliest club being organised in 1854 by Dublin University.

Rugby fans have an impressive lineup of betting options. Irish bettors can look forward to international competitions like the upcoming 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup and the European Rugby Champions Cup.

Punters can place various bets on rugby games, including match bets, handicaps, over/under, winning margins, and more. If you want to bet on a wide range of rugby events with competitive odds, make sure to choose sites that provide an extensive selection.

4.   Gaelic Football

Gaelic football, also known as GAA, is a traditional Irish sport. It’s popular because it combines fotoball and rugby, offering Irish bettors a unique sports experience. As such, most Irish betting sites cover Gaelic football events.

One notable mention is the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. In this event, teams from Ireland’s thirty-two counties compete to win the championship. This sport offers bettors a wide range of betting options. Besides betting on the championship winner, you can also stake on the scores of single matches.

5.   Boxing

Boxing is another popular sport punters bet on in Ireland. The Boxing Union of Ireland and the Irish Atletic Boxing Association regulate the sport, so a wide range of boxing events are available for sports fans. Popular competitions are the Dublin Boxing Championships and the National Elite Championships.

Therefore, there are various boxing betting events for Irish bettors. Although the most common boxing betting option is on the winner of a fight, you can also wager on the method of victory, such as disqualifications and knockouts.

Conclusion

When it comes to sports betting, Irish bettors have a wide range of options. Whether it’s globally-recognized sports like football or traditional games like Gaelic football, Ireland has something for every bettor. However, although wagering on sports in Ireland can be exciting, it’s best not to get carried away. Always gamble responsibly and know when to take breaks from betting.

BetDEX Review: Innovative New Betting Exchange!

betDEX Logo

 

betDEX Logo

BetDEX is a new entrant into the betting exchange market. It is an innovative new platform welcomes winning bettors and provide a fair experience for sports bettors.

In today’s article we are going to take a look at what they are offering:

  • Great Odds
  • Crypto Friendly Exchange 
  • Familiar Layout – Feels like a traditional exchange
  • No Premium Charge
  • Built on innovative new technology (Monaco Protocol)
  • Low Commission Structure
  • Liquid Markets
  • Winning Sports Bettors Welcome Model
  • Simple KYC and Withdrawal Process

What is BetDEX?

BetDEX is a new sports betting platform with great odds, low fees and no premium charge. The product is built on the Monaco Protocol , which is a fully open and transparent sports betting eco system. This ensures transparency and security for its users, making BetDEX an attractive choice for both casual bettors seeking better odds and professionals in search of a platform that supports winning strategies and never bans or limits winning bettors.

Created by execs formerly of Betfair, BetDAQ and FanDuel, BetDEX aims to transform the betting industry by making it fair and accessible for everyone.

How Does BetDEX Work?

If you have ever used any betting exchanges previously then BetDEX will seem very familiar. The platform works exactly like other exchanges such as Betfair and Matchbook, where you are able to place back bet and lay bets. There is also the ability to put orders into the market at your own desired odds,  another user can then come and match that order if they chose to. BetDEX also offers a simplified view for users not familiar with exchanges (more on that below).

BetDex NBA

 

For example, if we look at the market above on an upcoming basketball game. We can see that there are two sets of odds on offer for both teams. These are the back odds and lay odds

  • Milwaukee Bucks can be backed at 1.34
  • The lay bet is available at 1..35

What is Back Bet and a Lay Bet?

One of the big advantages of a betting exchange like BetDEX is the ability for people to bet against each other, rather than against a bookmaker. Since BetDEX isn’t acting as the bookmaker, the odds aren’t stacked against you.

Exchanges allow for two main types of bets—back bets and lay bets.

Back Bet:
A back bet is what most people think of when they hear “betting.” You’re betting on an outcome to happen. For example, if you wanted to back the Milwauckee Bucks for $100, you would stake that bet on the blue side of the market.

$100 at 1.34 would return $134 ($34 profit) should it win.

Lay Bet:
A lay bet is the opposite. Here, you’re betting against an outcome happening. For example you are able to lay Milwaukee at odds of 1.35. In this scenario you lay $35 to potentially return $135 ($100 profit) if the Bucks fail to win the game. Essentially, you are acting like the bookmaker.

Offering Bets to the Market

With BetDEX you don’t just have to take the bets on offer. There is also the ability to offer your bets to the market at the odds you desire. If we wanted to put in a back bet at odds of 1.35 for example, then we enter that bet into the market and it is offered to every other exchange user on the site. The same can be done with a lay bet, it can be offered at any odds that you want to make available to other users.

This is how the exchange model works, it a market between backers and layers.

For those that aren’t familiar with exchanges or want a more simplified view, BetDEX just launched a ‘Lite’ mode – which shows a simplified two sided market. This view strips out the ‘lays’ and shows the user the best available odds to ‘back’ a winner. You can easily switch between the two views in the top left section of your account.

BetDEX Lite

BetDEX Commission Structure

One of the most appealing aspects on the BetDEX exchange is their simple commission structure and promise of no additional charges for winning bettors. This differentiates them from other exchanges such as Betfair and Smarkets that increase commission charges for successful bettors.

Betfair for example have a premium charge that at the highest level is 40% on overall winnings. If you reach £25k+ profit on Smarkets, your commission rate becomes 3% on each bet placed (if you wanted to trade a position by backing and laying it would cost 6% commission on the market to do so.)

BetDEX have a very simple commission of 3% on net winnings.

BetDEX Commission

They also regularly run 0% commission periods on their exchange.

BetDEX Sports And Markets

BetDEX are always adding additional sports and markets to their platform, this is what they currently offer:

  • Football
  • Tennis
  • American Football (NFL and NCAA)
  • Baseball
  • MMA (Mixed Martial Arts – UFC etc)
  • Rugby
  • Basketball (NBA and NCAA)
  • Hockey
  • Boxing
  • E-Sports (League of legends, COD)
  • Snooker
  • Cricket (Test and T20)
  • Politics
BetDEX Markets
Today’s Markets

Looking at the market’s today it was football which had the most available markets All major leagues are covered on BetDEX however they also offer markets for lower leagues such as:

  • German Bundesliga 2
  • Spanish La Liga 2
  • Brasileiro Serie B/C
  • Italian Serie B
  • Plus many more

In terms of market offering within an event, you will the popular markets to bet on such as match odds, Over/Unders and both teams to score. Other markets will be added in the future as liquidity grows on the platform.

Are BetDEX Odds Competitive?

One of the most important factors of a betting exchange is the ability to offer competitive odds in the market. BetDEX odds were usually inline with the likes of Betfair, at times there are gaps in the market where you would need to offer odds in order to get the same price. As BetDEX grows and liquidity increases the odds should become tighter and gaps will be less prominent.

There were occasions however where we saw BetDEX offering better odds then other exchanges and were the best odds available outright (including bookmaker odds). Tennis, Baseball, Basketball and Hockey are where BetDEX usually offer the best odds.

Nora Cornolle BetDEX

Nora Cornolle

Overall BetDEX offers competitive odds and when offering their 0% promotions, will offer standout prices that are the best available anywhere.

When it comes to sports other then football, all major leagues and tournaments are covered.

 BetDEX Liquidity Pool

Currently the liquidity on offer with BetDEX is lower then more established exchanges such as Betfair and Matchbook. This is due to the fact that they are still building their platform and customer base, there is certainly enough money in the market on game day for the average sports bettor.

For those who are looking for larger trades ($1,000+), BetDEX launched a bespoke Brokerage service (more info below).

BetDEX manages liquidity through its innovative Monaco Protocol. The Monaco Protocol is an open and permissionless liquidity pool that any prediction market or exchange can build on to tap into a shared pool of liquidity. Using a decentralized, open-source system, BetDEX keeps markets liquid and accessible. This also means that users can bet directly on Monaco no matter where they are in the world. This is especially interesting for users who are in the UK, or othe jurisdictions that BetDEX are not live in yet.

The Monaco Protocol charges 1% commission on winning trades, so users can trade on an even more favourable commission to BetDEX. To learn more about trading on Monaco, visit MonacoProtocol.xyz.

 

Valencia vs Leganes

If we take tonight’s Leganes vs Valencia game for example there is $5.9k in total liquidity available. Across the three outcomes there is $85,$88 and $91 available at the best back odds. Those that are looking to stake larger bets would need to take the available liquidity and offer the rest to the market.

BetDEX Brokerage Service

BetDEX offers a bespoke Brokerage service for large stake bets. Basically they set you up with a private communication channel where you can message one of their brokers to place a bet. Their minimum bet size for this program is $1,000, and they can facilitate bets up to $50,000.

Apply here for a brokerage account

What Countries is BetDEX Available in?

If you want to join BetDEX, you can do so from the following countries:

  • Ireland
  • Germany
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • India
  • Brazil
  • Thailand
  • Bali
  • Many more across Europe, South America and Africa

Check out BetDEX’s terms and conditions in their footer for a full list.

BetDEX is looking to provide a secure and transparent sports betting platform, thanks to its robust regulatory approvals that assure users of its safety and legitimacy. With a decentralized setup, BetDEX further enhances security and transparency for bettors. It is currently looking to expand its licensing to more regions.

Deposit and Withdrawal Methods: KYC Process

Aware of other bookmakers and exchanges making the deposit and withdrawal process much more difficult then it should be. BetDEX offer a refreshing solution by simplifying withdrawals. Users can easily access their funds without navigating through complex KYC (Know Your Customer). This is especially beneficial for those who prioritize privacy or have experienced delays on other platforms. By ensuring quick and hassle-free access to funds, BetDEX demonstrates its dedication to user satisfaction and sets itself apart in the betting landscape.

BetDEX will implement KYC checks but only after $3000 of transactions have been made. However, KYC checks are never directly tied to withdrawal. Once you KYC, BetDEX won’t ask you for additionally information to take your funds out.

Deposit Options

  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Paypal
  • Apple Pay
  • Crypto (USDC Solana)
  • ETH, BTC,SOL, USDT and USDC

Other deposit methods are being looked for the future.

When it comes to withdrawing your money, the process is very simple. There is the ability to withdraw your funds via any of the methods you have used for the deposit. They do not ask for bank statements or unnecessary documents.

Is BetDEX a Secure Platform?

BetDEX prioritizes user security by leveraging blockchain technology to safeguard transactions and funds. Utilizing smart contracts through the Monaco Protocol, the platform guarantees that all bets are executed with fairness and transparency.

These smart contracts autonomously match and settle bets according to predefined rules, eliminating any risk of interference or manipulation. This robust level of security differs to that of traditional exchanges. There are some exchange users that believe other exchanges front run orders and directly bet against consumers to their advantage. This can lead to some believing there is lack of transparency with traditional exchanges and can leave users questioning the integrity of the betting process. Due to BetDEX using the blockchain for every market order users would be able to see if this was happening.

BetDEX Review Conclusion

Overall BetDEX is looking like it could make a real impact in the betting exchange market!

A true betting exchange that doesn’t penalize winning sports bettors is something that holds a lot of appeal. It is built on innovative technology and welcomes the use of cryptocurrency, while still acting and feeling like a traditional exchange. There is a need for it to grow in liquidity and offer more markets but this will happen as the customer base increases. The fact that they regularly offer 0% commission periods with some standout odds is in itself a good reason to take a look at the exchange.

Click Here To Learn More About BetDEX

 

Ultimate Racing Naps Review

Ultimate Racing Naps

Ultimate Racing Naps is a horse racing tipster service from Betting Gods. The aim of the Ultimate Racing Naps is to deliver top-notch daily horse racing tips!

Since its inception in September 2023, this expert tipster service has achieved a some impressive figures so far.

  • 173.60 points won
  • Average Monthly Profit – 12.4 points
  • Win rate – 39.03%
  • Average Odds – 5.44
  • ROI – 18.57%

The selections for this service are also sent out to Betfair SP which means that even those limited by bookmakers can meet advised odds.

Ultimate Racing Naps

How Ultimate Racing Naps Works

Ultimate Racing Naps is a very simple service to follow.  Here’s how it works:

  1. Daily Tips: Subscribers receive daily horse racing tips, including a primary ‘nap’ and a secondary ‘next best’ bet. These tips are sent out at 08:00 UK time.
  2. Access: Tips are accessible through the Betting Gods app, the online members area, and via email, ensuring you can easily access them wherever you are.
  3. Risk Management: A 100-point starting bank is advised to manage risk, based on historical performance data.

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Results (Live Currently Testing)

The live results for this service have been extremely poor so far after 2 months of testing. All tipsters can go through bad periods so this isn’t unexpected, however there have been some early red flags with this service.

  • Changing the staking plan after a bad run.
  • Strange staking plan that doesn’t adjust for odds (stakes the same on odds of 1.5 as it does odds of 20.00+)

 

After a 2 months there have been 85 selections and a loss of -61.31 points has been made.

Ultimate Racing Naps

Ultimate Racing Naps Review

The initial figures for this service were very impressive and I was eager to test this tipster out. Finding a way to consistently profit from the exchange is something of a golden goose. There are however some concerns with the staking method behind this service and the reaction to a losing run is worrying.

Staking

The service operates on a 100 bank and suggest up to 2 bets a day. Strongest selection are staked at 3 points with the next best selection being 1 point. These selections range from varying odds as low as 1.43 and as high as 20.8 (during our trial).

This can mean you could be staking to win potentially 60 points on one horse and 0.43 on the other. If the higher odds horse is the stronger selection. It is a strange staking plan to will lead to a lot of variance and a 100 point bank will not be sustainable when the downswing eventually happens. Looking through historical results we can see that the service has benefitted heavily from hitting 3 point bets at the higher odds ranges.

Although selections are at the Betfair SP the service owner must have some understanding of where the SP is likely to range for his selections.

Red Flags

The other red flags that we have encountered in this trial are switching the staking method to flat 1 points stakes for a short while (due to negative variance). It was then switched back to the original 3 points for the stronger selection and 1 point for the second selection. Even though results had not improved and 9 points were lost.

Currently the service is back to providing selections at 1 point flat stakes but on some days has put up to 4 selections.

The constant changing of staking in relation to poor results is not a good look for this service.

Conclusion

We still have one month left of testing this service but despite the very impressive headline figures, it would need a very impressive 3rd month to turn things around.

You Can Read More About Ultimate Racing Naps Here

Greyhound Betting Systems: How To Win Long Term

Finding a profitable greyhound betting systems can give you a solid edge in the world of sports betting. There are numerous systems you can find online, but do these systems really work?

In this article, we’ll examine popular greyhound betting systems, looking at there effectiveness and potential drawbacks. Additionally I will give you two systems that I have used to make a profit,  with real-life examples and results.

Greyhound Betting Systems

 Popular Greyhound Betting Systems

First off let’s take a look at some of the most popular staking systems you will find for greyhound betting.

  1. Martingale System:

    • How it Works: This system involves doubling your bet after each loss, with the aim of recouping all previous losses with a single win.
    • Example: If you start with a £10 bet and lose, your next bet is £20. If you lose again, bet £40, and so on.

  2. Labouchere System:

    • How it Works: Also known as the cancellation system, it involves creating a sequence of numbers (e.g., 1-2-3). You bet the sum of the first and last numbers in the sequence. If you win, remove those numbers; if you lose, add the amount lost to the end of the sequence.
    • Example: With the sequence 1-2-3, your first bet is £4 (1+3). If you win, your next bet is £2 (just the middle number). If you lose, your new sequence is 1-2-3-4.

  3. Fibonacci System:

    • How it Works: Based on the Fibonacci sequence (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8…), this system requires increasing your bet according to the sequence after a loss and going back two steps after a win.
    • Example: Start with £10. If you lose, your next bet is £10, then £20, £30, £50, and so on. After a win, you go back two steps.

  4. D’Alembert System:

    • How it Works: This system involves increasing your bet by one unit after a loss and decreasing it by one unit after a win.
    • Example: If you start with a £10 bet and lose, your next bet is £11. If you win, your bet goes back to £10.

  5. Kelly Criterion:

    • How it Works: This system calculates the optimal bet size based on your bankroll and the perceived edge over the bookmaker.
    • Example: If you believe you have a 60% chance of winning a bet with even odds, the Kelly formula suggests betting 20% of your bankroll.

Do These Systems Actually Work?

I have been profitability betting on sport for over 10 years now. The truth is, no staking system will work in the long run if you are not finding value in the selection you are betting. Staking systems cannot make up for bad selections, no matter how fancy or mathematical you want to make it sound.

Long term winners focus on finding value!

Let me give you two greyhound betting systems that enable you to do this…

Value Betting Results

Value Betting

Value betting is a proven way of profiting from the sports betting markets. It involves following sharp money and taking advantage of bookmakers that are slow to move their odds. This is a an excellent greyhound betting system that can allow you to win over the long term.

Lough Mancini greyhound

Above is an example of a Greyhound that has been getting early backing in the morning market. Bet365 however has failed to adjust their odds and are still offering 4.33 for Lough Mancini.

Every other bookmaker has shortened their price on this greyhound.

Greyhound System Value Betting

Looking at Oddschecker you can see the odds highlighted are the colour blue, which indicates that money is backing this selection. When one bookmaker is offering an outlier that is much higher then every other bookmaker. This is usually a big indicator that this selection has value.

Greyhound Strategy Beat The SP

(This selection finished with starting odds of 3.7, the 4.33 offered earlier in the day from Bet365 was great value.)

Betting on these selections over the long term is a very powerful greyhound betting system!

Greyhound Betting Tipsters System

The second system that I have used to profit from the greyhound betting markets is using Greyhound betting tipsters.

There are some excellent greyhound betting tipsters available to follow on the internet. Which makes profiting from the greyhound markets very simple. The most important factor for following these tipsters is that you have access to online bookmakers or local shops that will take your bets.

Premier Greyhound Tips Results

This is due to the fact that most of these tipsters send out selections early on the day. Unfortunately the betting exchanges have very little liquidity until about 5 minutes before the start of the race.

Bookmakers that are useful for greyhound betting include:

  • Bet365
  • Paddypower
  • Betfair Sportsbook
  • Coral
  • Labrokes
  • Unibet

There are multiple greyhound tipsters that have shown to be profitable over the long term. The two that stand out above the rest are “Premier Greyhound Tips” and “Insider Edge Bets”.

Total BetsStakesProfit at BookmakersProfit at Betfair
84£25 per point£2105NA
79£25 per pointNA£1712

Above were our results following this tipster.

Click here to read the full review.

The second tipster that absolutely crushes the Greyhound markets is Insider Edge Bets!

They are a service that consistently back Greyhound selections at larger odds then their starting price. Since launching in January 2024 this service has made over 400 points points profit and had zero losing months. They are offer a 7 day free trial for anyone that wants to test the service out.

Click Here For Your 7 Day Free Trial

Overall, following long term proven winning greyhound tipsters is an excellent system. It is a time efficient way to profit from the greyhound markets. 

Conclusion

There are many Greyhound betting systems offer various approaches for staking and approaching the market. The majority however lack any real value, winning money long term from sports betting requires selections to have value. 

If you are looking for a greyhound betting system that wins long term, out suggestion would be to look at using:

  1. Value Betting
  2. Proven Greyhound Tipsters (with a long term winning record.)
  3. Low Risk Staking Method (Level stakes/adjust stake to win a certain amount)

Always remember to gamble responsibly and use a staking plan that does not leave you over exposed to the inevitable losing streaks that happen with sports betting. 

How Promo Codes Enhance Your Matched Betting Strategy

Matched Betting Sign Ups

The key to successful matched betting lies in identifying valuable promotional offers and using them strategically. Welcome bonuses and sign-up offers typically provide the most lucrative opportunities, with many bookmakers offering substantial matched deposits or free bets to new customers.

Many sportsbooks offer enhanced promotions during major sporting events or seasons.

Matched Betting Sign Ups

How to Find the Best Promo Codes and Welcome Offers

Finding the most valuable promo codes and welcome offers requires some research and comparison. The online betting landscape is constantly evolving, with bookmakers regularly updating their promotional offerings to stay competitive.

 A thorough evaluation of different bookmakers’ welcome bonuses reveals that the most lucrative offers typically combine generous matched deposits with reasonable wagering requirements. For instance, while one bookmaker might offer a larger bonus amount, another’s lower wagering requirements could make it more profitable in practice. Oddsmonkey is a great service that does all the hard work for you.

Reliable Sources and Verification

The internet is flooded with promotional offers, but not all sources can be trusted. Professional betting communities and established comparison websites maintain databases of verified promo codes that are regularly updated. 

These platforms often provide detailed breakdowns of offer terms and potential value, saving bettors considerable time in research. The BettingLounge’s dedicated Promo Codes page stands out as a particularly valuable resource, highlighting current promotions from reputable bookmakers.

Strategic Timing and Selection

Timing plays a crucial role in maximizing the value of welcome offers. Major sporting events often trigger enhanced promotions, with bookmakers competing for new customers. For example, during events like the World Cup or Premier League season kickoff, bookmakers frequently release their most competitive sign-up bonuses. 

Remember that the true value of a promo code extends beyond its face value. Consider factors such as minimum deposit requirements, withdrawal restrictions, and market limitations when evaluating offers. 

Maximize Your Matched Betting Profits with the Right Promo Codes

The key lies in understanding how to stack and sequence different promotional offers for maximum benefit. Start by prioritizing welcome bonuses with the highest value-to-requirement ratio, typically those offering 100% matched deposits or substantial free bet amounts with reasonable wagering requirements. These initial offers often provide the foundation for building your matched betting bankroll.

Advanced Implementation Strategies

Successful matched bettors often develop a systematic approach to managing multiple promotional offers simultaneously. While working through a welcome bonus at one bookmaker, you can simultaneously take advantage of reload bonuses or weekly promotions at others.

Long-term Sustainability

The sustainability of your matched betting strategy depends largely on how well you manage your promotional opportunities. This requires careful attention to betting patterns and stake sizes to avoid triggering account restrictions. Experienced matched bettors typically spread their activities across multiple bookmakers, maintaining a low profile while consistently extracting value from various promotional offers.

Strategically choosing which promo codes to use based on your matched betting plan can lead to better outcomes. Prioritize codes that offer the most significant value and align with your betting preferences. If you specialize in football betting, look for promo codes that provide bonuses on football matches.

Consistency is key in maximizing profits. Make it a habit to:

  • Stay Updated: Promotions change frequently, so regularly visiting trusted promo code websites keeps you informed about the latest deals.
  • Plan Ahead: Schedule your betting activities around the availability of high-value promo codes and significant sporting events.
  • Keep Records: Maintain a log of the promo codes used, the offers claimed, and the outcomes. This practice helps in evaluating which promotions yield the best returns.

The key is to view each promo code as part of a larger strategy rather than isolated opportunities, ensuring that every promotional offer contributes to your overall betting success.

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Psychoff Betfair Trading Strategies – 4 Football Strategies

Psychoff Betfair Trading Strategies

In the world of sports trading, few names evoke as much intrigue and admiration as Psychoff. Known for transforming a passion for football into a seven-figure success story, Psychoff has become a legendary figure among traders and bettors alike!

Who Is The Sports Trader Psychoff?

Appearing in the mid 2000’s on the sports trading forum Geekstoy.

Psychoff showed his ability to make money trading sports. Posting videos of his own Betfair account and the profits that he had been making. Sharing advice and snippets of information on how to trade successfully.

You can view the video of Psychoff’s profits here.

Psychoff Betfair Trading Results

 

However in 2010 Psychoff  disappeared from the sports trading community.

Leaving a goodbye message on his blog.

It seemed as though that would be the end of Psychoff’s communication with aspiring sports traders.

Disappearing into the real world, leaving us with a few snippets of what can be achieved if you really learn the betting markets.

Psychoff Returns

Psychoff Betfair Trading Strategies

For six years nothing was heard from Psychoff within the sports trading community.

Until unexpectedly Psychoff announced his return.

A national holiday was declared in Turkey, England and Ireland.

People stormed the streets chanting “Psychoff, Psychoff, Psychoff!”

Well maybe none of that actually happened. But in my head it was quite a big deal.

Anyway moving on….

Not only did Psychoff return but he started giving out free trading advice. 

Starting on twitter initially and then moving on to Discord. Psychoff shared his goal alerts and gave an insight into his own Betfair trading strategies.

Lets take a look at some of the football trading strategies that Psychoff has shared since his return.

Psychoff Betfair Trading Strategies

During the 2018 World Cup.

Psychoff gave out more insight into his football trading then ever before.

One of his most used live betting strategies was backing there to be 2 or more goals in the second half.

For example in the game between Russia and Egypt.

Russia were leading 1-0 and Egypt needed to score.

Psychoff Betting

Psychoff advised to back Over 1.5 goals and over 2.5 goals stating that these were value prices.

Russia ended up winning the game 3-1 and both bets were won.

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Strategy 1: Goals Change Games – Seizing Second Half Opportunities

From following Psychoff’s discord trading channel. This trading/betting strategy was used often in similar scenario’s.

“Goals change games” is a popular saying among arm chair football fans. But it is very true.

Often after the first goal a game will open up.

A tight first half that finished 0-0 can suddenly explode in the second half if a goal is scored early. The losing team suddenly has to throw caution to wind and find an equalizer.

It seemed that some of the best value to found was in games where there was a low expectation of goals. Psychoff would often note that the price of odds wasn’t high enough in games where a lot of goals were expected.

Strategy 2: Second Half Domination – Capitalizing on Momentum

When I first started this blog. I wrote about a football strategy I liked to use in the first half.

From the trades that Psychoff shares it seems that he favours trades in the second half.

Over the course of the tournament Psychoff suggested backing a few teams that were dominating there opposition in the second half.

Teams that were maintaining possession, creating goal scoring opportunities and putting the opposition under great pressure.

Psychoff Betfair Trading Strategies

We saw this when England were dominating Tunisia in the second half whilst the score was 1-1.

England were backed at odds close to even and won 2-1.

While France were losing 2-1 in the second half to Argentina, but looked the stronger side.

France were backed at odds of 8.2, they eventually won 4-3.

In the Semi Final Croatia were losing 0-1 to England, however they started to take control of play and dominate the second half.

Croatia were backed at odds of 30.00, they equalised and Psychoff advised removing the risk. If Croatia went on to win the game a large profit would have been made.

As the game finished 1-1  no money was won or lost.

In all of these scenario’s there was one clear team dominating the match. Through watching live pictures of the game and analyzing the odds movement. Psychoff saw value in the odds at the time.

Strategy 3: Trading with Live Pictures – The Visual Edge

Psychoff is a big advocate of trading with live pictures. On twitter when answering questions from followers.

Live Trading

He has stated that he doesn’t use in-play or pre match statistics very much. Preferring to find value through game flow and what he is seeing on the pitch.

Alongside his many years of experience in trading football matches.

This allows him to make consistent profits trading on football.

Strategy 4: Scalping – Timing the Market for Quick Gains

During the 2018 world, Psychoff showed a few screens of his results from scalping.

Although he did not advise any scalping. Which given the in and out nature of scalping makes sense.

It would be difficult to advise the right timings to enter and exit the market.

He did highlight some of the best times for scalping.

For example when heavy favourites Germany were losing 0-1 to Mexico. 

Germany vs Mexico

With 10 minutes remaining the odds of another goal being scored remained around evens.

Often when there is an expectation that there will very likely be another goal the markets will stall. However as time ticks on and the goal does not arrive the market panics and the odds start to move extremely fast.

In these situations scalping can be very profitable.

Psychoff Goal Alerts?

Goal alerts have been Psychoff’s bread and butter trading advice since he arrived on social media.

These goal alerts are very simple and are a straight value bets without any trading needed.

Simply bet that there is going to be another goal in the game.

If you followed Psychoff on twitter and now follow him on Discord. Then it is likely you will have seen one of Psychoff’s goal alerts.

Goal Alert

Psychoff specializes in finding games where a goal late in the second half is more likely then the current odds imply.

Something that I have noticed is that most of the time there is only a 1 goal difference in the games (although not always.)

I wrote in the article laying the correct score tips that my preference for laying the correct score is when there is only a 1 goal margin.

Due to the fact that psychologically if you are only losing by one goal. A team is likely to go all out to find that equalizer. Where as if a team is a 2 or 3 goals down with 5 mins to play. They may conserve their energy and accept defeat.

What Psychoff has shown is with the right game selection there is money to be made from backing a late goal.

Lessons From Psychoff

It is not that often that you get to see how a top level sports trader trades.

But for a guy that has won over 7 figures on the sports betting markets. Psychoff is way more open about his edges then the majority of successful sports bettors and traders.

Price is everything

One thing that should be noted is that although Psychoff uses live pictures and reads game flow.

He didn’t advise trades for every game in the world cup.

There were often times where Psychoff would state that he couldn’t find value in a match. A few times he stated that he would like to open a position but the odds weren’t high enough.

Psychoff isn’t the worlds greatest “hunch bettor” there is still a technical process about his trading. Every successful sports bettor or trader, will tell you that is all about value.

If the odds don’t provide value then you simply don’t bet them.

Psychoff Picture
Psychoff sharing a pint with one of his twitter follows.

I will admit I loved following Psychoff’s trading advice and profiting from it. But I get a bigger kick from learning how Psychoff operates in the betting markets.

There is a lot of value in looking at the methods Psychoff has shown he uses. Combining these methods with the likes of sports arbitrage betting and also matched betting should allow you to make decent profits from the sports betting markets.

If you are aspiring sports trader or bettor then you should really be following Psychoff.

Free Money Offers and Matched Betting Sign Ups (October and November 2024)

Zing Offer

Looking for some simple ways to make some extra money online?

In this article we are going to highlight some of the best free money offers available alongside some decent matched betting opportunities.

Free Money Offers

Zing (£30 Cash)

Zing is an app from HSBC designed to simplify international money management. It offers fee-free currency conversions up to £500 each month, real-time competitive rates, and no international transfer fees. When signing up to the app you receive a digital card and have the option for a physical card also.

Zing Offer

Instructions:

1) Sign up here

2) Verify your phone number, then download the Zing app.

3) Set up your account via the app (you’ll need a drivers license or passport to prove your identity). This is normally instant!

4) Top up your Zing account with £5+ and make a purchase either with the physical card through the post or the virtual card you’ll gain instant access to. (I added £5 to amazon via a gift card using my digital card)

5) You will receive a £30 cash bonus within 30 days.

6) You can then refer up to 20 people and receive £30 per new sign up (They will also receive this)

(Offer is available until the 3rd of December)

Free Share Worth Up To £100

Trading212

Trading 212 are running their free share offer again if you don’t have an existing account.

Free Share Offer

Instructions:

1) Sign up here

2) Verify you account

3) Deposit a minimum of £1

4) The next day you should receive a share worth up to £100 which you can sell immediately.

(Offer is available until the 5th of November)

Matched Betting Offers

One of the newer offers currently available is from Neptune Sports. They have a bet £10 get £10 in free bets and 10 free spins available. It isn’t the greatest offer however it is a pretty simple one with initial bets having to be made on odds above 2.0.

Neptune Offer

Instructions

  • Sign up and deposit £10
  • Back and lay a selection at odds above 2.0
  • Use the same process to profit from the free bet. (Read article below if you are not sure how this works)

Matchbook £50 Sign Up Offer

Another really good offer that is still currently available is the £50 free bet promotion from Matchbook!

Instructions

  • Click here for the £50 sign up promotion
  • Bet £50 on across four markets different markets.
  • Receive £50 in free bets
  • Use the £50 free bets as advantage play or cover bets with lay bets to lock in guaranteed profit

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Top 5 Contenders for the 2024 Breeder’s Cup Classic: What to Expect on Race Day

Breeders Cup

Top 5 Contenders for the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic: What to Expect on Race Day

The Breeders’ Cup Classic has been a significant event in the horse racing world since 1984. It brings together the best thoroughbreds to compete for one of the sport’s most oversized purses. The race has become a defining moment in the racing calendar, attracting top talent from across the globe.

The 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, at Santa Anita Park in California. Fans can expect high stakes, top competitors, and an unforgettable day of racing. This year’s race will feature some of the top horses in the sport, each with a unique set of strengths.

As we look forward to the event, here are the five leading contenders to watch. These horses have delivered standout performances this year and are poised to impact race day.

Fierceness

Fierceness is one of the frontrunners for the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic, holding the top spot in several ranking lists. Known for his impressive speed and stamina. Fierceness has had a breakout year, winning two major races and consistently placing near the top in all his outings.

His ability to sustain high speeds over long distances has made him a fan favorite, particularly among those following Breeders Cup betting trends. In his last race, Fierceness displayed his dominance by finishing well ahead of the field, further solidifying his reputation as a top contender.

On race day, much attention will be focused on Fierceness to see if he can handle the pressure and deliver a standout performance. With the Breeders’ Cup Classic often coming down to the final stretch, his endurance and solid finishing ability could give him the edge needed to win.

Dornoch

Dornoch, the 2024 Belmont Stakes winner, is another top contender. This horse has had an exceptional season, showing remarkable consistency and versatility across various tracks. His stamina, especially in long-distance races, has made him a strong competitor in the Breeders’ Cup Classic lead-up.

Dornoch’s ability to finish races with power sets him apart. He closes gaps quickly in the final stages, making him a serious threat, particularly in a race as challenging as the Classic​. Dornoch’s performance at the Belmont Stakes demonstrated his ability to perform under pressure.

With a history of competing in tight, competitive races, he will likely rely on his strength in the final furlongs of the Classic. Dornoch is expected to be among the top finishers if he can maintain his pace and position himself well.

National Treasure

National Treasure has consistently proven himself in 2024, winning major races like the Metropolitan Handicap. Known for his strategic racing style, National Treasure often stays just behind the leaders, waiting for the right moment to make his move.

This tactical approach has earned him several high-profile victories, and his ability to adjust mid-race gives him a strong advantage. National Treasure’s experience in big events on race day will likely play a key role in his performance​.

His adaptability across different distances and tracks makes him a versatile competitor. While other horses may burn out early, National Treasure will likely stay in control, conserving energy for a final push that could place him ahead of the pack.

Ushba Tesoro

Hailing from Japan, Ushba Tesoro has become a significant international contender in the 2024 racing season. His standout performance in the Dubai World Cup, where he placed second, showcased his ability to compete against the world’s best. While he has yet to secure a significant win in 2024, his consistently high placements in competitive fields make him a top choice for many bettors​.

Ushba Tesoro’s racing style involves carefully pacing himself during the race’s early stages before making a late surge. His patience and ability to navigate through the pack are crucial skills that will come into play at the Breeders’ Cup Classic. If he manages to stay close to the leaders heading into the final stretch, he could easily make a push for the lead and finish strong.

Saudi Crown

Saudi Crown rounds out the list of top contenders. He’s known for his early speed and aggressive racing style. In many races, Saudi Crown has taken the lead early and managed to hold off competitors through sheer power and speed. This style of racing forces other horses to chase, often tiring them out as the race progresses. While risky, this approach has earned the Saudi Crown several victories in 2024​.

For Saudi Crown, the key to success in the Breeders’ Cup Classic will be maintaining his pace while fending off challengers in the final stages. He can win the race if he can conserve enough energy to finish strong. However, if he pushes too hard early on, the late-race specialists might close the gap.

Conclusion

These five contenders are expected to make the 2024 Breeders’ Cup Classic one of the year’s most exciting races. Each horse brings unique strengths to the field, and the competition will be fierce. Whether it’s National Treasure’s strategic prowess, Dornoch’s endurance, or the speed of Fierceness and Saudi Crown, fans are in for a thrilling race.

Positional Insights Maryland vs Michigan State

Key Positional Insights from Maryland’s Matchup with Michigan State

American Football

Maryland faced Michigan State in a highly anticipated Week 2 matchup at their home field, seeking to build on their dominant win from the previous week. The game, held on Saturday, saw fans filling the stadium hoping to watch the Terrapins continue their strong start to the season.

However, despite leading by a touchdown in the fourth quarter, Maryland ultimately fell short, losing 27-24. While the loss was disappointing, the Terrapins showed flashes of solid play across several key positions, giving reason for optimism moving forward.

This breakdown will take a closer look at the positional performances from Maryland’s matchup with Michigan State, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement as the season progresses.

Quarterback Performance

Despite the outcome, fans who follow the Maryland Terrapins Odds saw a quarterback who can make a significant impact on the field.  He’s Billy Edwards Jr., who once again proved that he can lead Maryland’s offense effectively.

Completing 26-of-34 passes for 253 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, Edwards demonstrated poise and accuracy throughout much of the game. His ability to find soft spots in Michigan State’s defense, especially on short and medium routes, kept the chains moving. He also contributed by adding 13 rushing yards and a touchdown.

However, Edwards struggled with his deep passes, overthrowing wide receivers on a few key occasions, which limited Maryland’s ability to stretch the defense. An interception that bounced off Tai Felton’s hands also hurt the team’s momentum.

Still, Edwards’ overall command of the offense suggests he will continue to improve as the season unfolds. His ability to read defenses and make quick decisions is encouraging for Maryland’s future matchups. If Edwards can fine-tune his deep passing game and avoid turnovers, he will be a critical piece of Maryland’s success moving forward.

Running Game Struggles

Maryland’s running backs were unable to replicate the production they showed in Week 1, as the Spartans’ defense bottled up the Terps’ ground attack. Roman Hemby, Nolan Ray, and Colby McDonald combined for just 70 yards on 23 carries, failing to establish a consistent rhythm. This lack of production put additional pressure on the passing game, making it harder for the offense to stay balanced.

One contributing factor to the running backs’ struggles was the offensive line’s inability to create sufficient space. However, there were instances where the backs could have fought for extra yards but failed to capitalize on opportunities. Without a more effective ground game, Maryland’s offense becomes one-dimensional, which can be a problem against stronger defenses later in the season.

Improvement in the run game is crucial if the Terps want to compete with higher-level teams. Both the running backs and the offensive line will need to step up in future games to establish a more consistent rushing attack.

Wide Receiver Highlights

Tai Felton stood out as the top performer in the receiving corps for the second straight week. His 11 receptions for 152 yards and a touchdown highlighted his ability to get open and make plays after the catch. He became the first Terps receiver to surpass 100 yards in his first two games since Dontay Demus Jr. in 2021 and the first to record 150 yards in consecutive games since Jermaine Lewis achieved the feat in 1995.

Kaden Prather, who plays opposite Felton, didn’t have as much of an impact early in the game but finished with five catches for 38 yards. Maryland’s wide receivers as a group were generally solid, though they lacked the same explosiveness outside of Felton’s contributions. Octavian Smith Jr. and Shaleak Knotts also had minor roles but didn’t make a significant impact.

Felton’s continued rise as a top receiver bodes well for Maryland’s passing game. However, the team will need more consistent contributions from the other receivers if they hope to spread the field and keep defenses guessing.

Defensive Line Improvement

One of the positive takeaways from Maryland’s defensive performance was improving the defensive line. After struggling to generate pressure in their previous game, the Terps’ defensive front recorded a sack and consistently disrupted Michigan State’s running game. The line limited the Spartans to 130 rushing yards, a noticeable drop from their previous week’s performance of 183 yards against FAU.

Taizse Johnson’s sack and the defensive line’s ability to contain Michigan State’s top running back, Kay’Ron Lynch-Adams, who was held to just 46 yards, showed significant progress. However, the defense did allow a couple of big runs, including a 30-yard burst from Nate Carter.

Going forward, Maryland’s defensive line will need to maintain this level of pressure, especially as they face tougher offensive lines. Consistency in containing the run and improving the pass rush will be vital to the defense’s success.

Secondary Breakdown

While other positional groups showed promise, Maryland’s secondary struggled significantly. The defensive backs allowed Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles to carve them up for 363 passing yards and three touchdowns. Long passes, including a game-changing 77-yard touchdown, exposed gaps in the secondary’s coverage.

Jalen Huskey had a particularly tough day, getting burned on deep passes and committing a penalty that gave Michigan State a crucial opportunity to score right before halftime. The secondary’s inability to cover deep routes and prevent explosive plays ultimately played a large part in the loss.

Despite the three interceptions Maryland managed, the overall performance of the secondary was the weakest link. Addressing these issues will be essential if Maryland hopes to improve defensively in future matchups.

Final Thoughts

While Maryland lost to Michigan State, they performed well in key areas like quarterback play and defensive line pressure. However, this post provides just a snapshot of the game’s key positional insights. Overall the there is a lot to be hopeful for in future performances for Maryland.

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