#Due Diligence

On BBC Radio Five Live's Australian Open preview show, it was revealed that Jack Draper's preference for another profession if he had not become a tennis player was to be a detective. Apart from making a refreshing change from being a professional in another sport (the usual choice of most athletes), it also testifies to Draper's meticulous, even…

The Preakness is the second leg of the Triple Crown, and it always takes place on the third Saturday in May. The race is run at a distance of 1 3/16 miles, and it is open to horses that are three years old or older. While it's not as well-known as the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness is still a significant race in the world of horse racing. In fact,…

Maryland has a long and proud history of sports betting, with many popular local teams offering plenty of exciting opportunities for gamblers. From the Baltimore Orioles to the Washington Redskins, Maryland has something for everyone regarding sports betting. But which are the best sports to bet on in Maryland? This article will look at top picks…

UNITED STATES-Mobile sports betting involves the placement of bets on sports events using a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. This type of betting has become increasingly popular in recent years due to the convenience and accessibility it offers. However, it's important to understand that despite its many advantages, mobile sports…

The NBA trade deadline is a month away, and there is plenty of chatter circulating among league executives about what might happen before the Feb. 9 deadline. Several teams are maneuvering - trying to improve their rosters, reduce their payrolls, acquire draft picks, figure out if a player on an expiring contract is worth keeping or trading. What…

Watching the World Juniors led every person who follows hockey to the same conclusion: Drafting Connor Bedard will be franchise-altering. With the season nearly half over, teams far outside the playoff picture may start experimenting with their lineups in ways that might make them less competitive in the near term. Give young players an outsized…

The college football championship game is almost upon us, with the winners of the college football playoff semifinal games facing off in Los Angeles in January. We've compiled a guide on the national championship game, including predictions and tips to inspire your (hopefully) winning wagers. Bet on the winner of the college football championship…

Baseball is colloquially referred to as America's favorite pastime. Taking place during the summer when most other sports are off, this sport has gained distinct popularity. Today, we take a look at another aspect of baseball - betting. Betting on baseball is an enjoyable way to boost your satisfaction from watching the 162-game season, which…

New Prairie State bettors can now register and claim the FanDuel bonus from anywhere in Illinois. The FanDuel welcome bonus is more accessible than ever for gamblers in Illinois. Prior to March 5, 2022, would-be sports bettors were required to visit a FanDuel retail sportsbook at Par-A-Dice Casino or FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing to complete…

Betting on horse racing is a popular pastime both in Australia and in many countries around the world, but with such a plethora of different betting sites available it can be hard to decide which one is best to use. And there's no one right answer - most bookmakers have their pros and cons, and different people might be looking for different things…

Friday night racing returns to the Sunshine Coast for a solid seven race card. BEST BET: TRANQUIL BAY (Race 5 No 9) NEXT BEST: LOOSE UNIT (Race 4 No 5) VALUE BET: CADERAS (Race 2 No 3) Quaddie numbers are: Race 4 - 4,5,7 Race 5 - 2,6,9,10 Race 6 - 4,7,9,10 Race 7 - 3,4 96…

But the battle to land the commitment of four-star offensive lineman Austin Siereveld was anything but a sure thing. Leading up to his May commitment, both Notre Dame and Alabama were staunch opposition for OSU to land the commitment of Siereveld. But after doing his due diligence and visiting each school, he landed on playing for his hometown team…

The Triple Crown season resumes following the Kentucky Derby when The Preakness Stakes returns to its traditional position. This legendary race, also known as "The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans" will once again blanket the winning colt or filly in Maryland's state flower. When is the Preakness Stakes 2022? On Saturday, May 21, 2022, the 147 annual…

The Flames are 3-0 all-time in the postseason while the Rockets will look to snap a four-game losing streak in bowl games. The second of two college football bowl games scheduled for Tuesday pits the Liberty Flames against the Toledo Rockets in the Boca Raton Bowl. Liberty (5-7 ATS, 6-6 O/U) was able to win eight of its first nine games this season…

ALCOHOL FREE is ready to spark celebrations with yet another Group 1 success in the Juddmonte International (3.35). Andrew Balding's daughter of No Nay Never tackles a mile and a quarter for the first time on day one of the Ebor meeting. Oisín Murphy, once again flying high at the top of the jockeys' championship, will be biding his time in her bid…

One by one, the controversial LIV Golf Invitational Series has poached some of the best golfers in the world from the PGA Tour. PGA icons like Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson and more have already joined up with the new LIV league, and the list seems to only be growing. Patrick Reed was recently announced as the latest PGA member to switch over to…

After spending vast amounts of time with coaches, decision-makers and fans of clubs across the English Football League, Gab Sutton uses his extensive research and knowledge of the three divisions to convey his blueprint for success. The three English Football Leagues below the Premier League are some of the most exhilarating and unpredictable…

No bigger target is guaranteed to be on the NBA free agency market this summer than Bradley Beal -- and that includes James Harden. The Washington Wizards shooting guard had his season cut short in 2021-22 but is expected to be 100% and coming off consecutive 30ppg seasons. The Wizards are prepared to make the max offer allowed by NBA rules, a deal…

The New York Mets need starting pitching. And general manager Billy Eppler is going to make sure that happens, whether or not he knows what Jacob deGrom's plan is. BUY METS TICKETS: STUBHUB, VIVID SEATS, TICKETSMARTER, TICKETMASTER According to a SNY report from Danny Abriano and Phillip Martinez, Eppler was asked how important it was to get a…

One of the finest examples of the " Australia vs. New Zealand " rivalry gets another installment this Saturday (Feb. 12, 2022) when Rob Whittaker takes another crack at Middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya, at UFC 271 in Houston, Texas. Local hero Derrick Lewis returns to action in the pay-per-view (PPV) co-main event against Aussie slugger Tai…

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - Aside from Christmas trees now out at Scioto Downs, new counters for its soon-to-be physical sportsbook were installed Monday, and signs advertising it now decorate the horse racing track and casino on South High Street. It's a signal that as 2022 comes to a close, casinos in the state and national digital sportsbook apps…

As the latest edition of MLB free agency approaches the three-week mark, we haven't seen a lot of activity involving the market's top free agents. Much of this may have to do with the free agency of New York Yankees star and reigning home-run king Aaron Judge. The 30-year-old slugger is coveted by several teams and is expected to earn a hefty…

Doncaster, Kempton and Kelso host the ITV racing fixtures on Saturday, March 26. The Lincoln is the feature race on Town Moor, where William Haggas chases another victory with Mujtaba Modern News (right) is one of the key runners in the Lincoln ANOTHER BATT is taken to spring a shock in the SBK Lincoln Handicap (3.35) as curtain goes up on the 2022…

If you're starting to get bored with the offseason, fear not. The Winter Meetings are almost here. The annual poorly entitled (it's still fall, folks) GM swap meet will start this coming Sunday in sunny San Diego (the least wintery place in America). Baseball is flush with cash. And confidence since the new CBA was ratified last spring. There's…

In recent months, there has been increased uncertainty surrounding the future of cryptocurrencies. This has had a knock-on effect on online betting, as many platforms accept cryptocurrencies as a form of payment. The instability in the markets has led to concerns that the value of cryptocurrencies could drop sharply, which would impact the ability…

The Old Trafford stadium, the homeground of Manchester United. The club, which has 13 Premier League titles, has been put up for sale by its current owners, the US-based Glazers familyImage: Ian Kington / AFP The Premier League (PL), England's top domestic football league, might have gone on a month-long break to accommodate the Fifa World Cup, but…

The World Cup in Qatar kicks off Nov. 20 with the host nation taking on Ecuador. This edition of the tournament features some veteran superstars, as well as some up-and-coming youngsters looking to make a name for themselves. Betting on soccer is different in many ways than traditional sports betting, but the books are often the same. The best…

Alligator Blood has been banned from racing in the Victorian spring carnival. Picture: Grant Peters-Trackside Photography Headline horse Alligator Blood has been sensationally banned from racing in the Victorian spring carnival. In a bombshell development, News Corp can exclusively reveal the two-time Group 1 winner has been barred by Victorian…

Investors in Formula One Group (FWONK) are hoping the excitement surrounding next year's record 24-race calendar will provide a boost to the share price. The FIA Formula One World Championship, regarded as the pinnacle of international motorsport, has more than half a billion passionate fans around the world. And it's hoped that the sport's ongoing…

It is a great feeling to get an unexpected email telling you that someone has sent you some cash. This may not be a personal email, but we are the bearers of similar good news. You are in the money via the DraftKings promo code for the NBA playoffs that delivers a $150 gift. That's right, the current DraftKings promo code for this weekend will…

The FIFA World Cup does not happen very often, with the biggest soccer nations converging only once every 4 years. Even then, the tournaments are arguably the greatest sports betting events on the calendar. With lots of time to prepare wagers, choosing the right FIFA World Cup sports betting market should come easily. But with the various betting…

With the NBA season already underway, having NBA betting explained could be a priority for rookie gamblers. If that's the case, then you've come to the right place, as we're ready to solve every single doubt and question you may have in this regard. NBA betting has always been popular, but legalized gambling in the U.S. has taken it to a whole new…

North Carolinians love betting on sports and the state has a lot of different types to choose from. North Carolina college football fans have Duke, Wake Forest, East Carolina- all close by for NC State too. Professional teams also live here in Charlotte with their respective NBA team (Hornets) NFL counterpart Panthers as well as NHL Hurricanes - so…

Addressing your thoughts, questions and statements about Hong Kong racing. Have something to say? Send a tweet to @SCMPRacingPost. There is a lot happening in Hong Kong racing right now as fear and rumours spread as part of the fallout from the deadly coronavirus outbreak. Whispers have been flying around about how the cancellation of racing is…

The 104 PGA Championship takes place this week with the world's leading golfers competing in the second major of the professional golf season. The Southern Hills Country Club will be a typically fiendish test for players who are hoping to secure top spot in what looks to be a competitive field. As always, the best golf betting sites will be aiming…

The winners of the Sky Bet EFL Manager of the Month Awards for September are: Sky Bet Championship: Paul Heckingbottom (Sheffield United) Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has been named the Sky Bet Championship Manager of the Month for September. Circumstances decreed that all of Sheffield United's games in September were away from home.…

THERE are many roads that online betting can lead a punter down. It's sometimes a fun ride exploring things like the bookmakers' bonuses and hitting great odds, but it can also have some speed bumps along the way. It is important before putting your foot down heavily on the accelerator to have a good grasp of what online betting entails. Making the…

Due to the profitability opportunities sports betting presents, the gambling industry continues to grow in Kenya. There are several betting companies in Kenya currently in operation and the number of people venturing into betting is expected to rise continuously. Choosing a sportsbook can however prove confusing especially if you are a beginner.…

Most of the nonconference fun has been had and we're looking at a lot of league play the rest of the way. These are important games for programs, especially at the Group of Five level where making the College Football Playoff is not an attainable goal. Division and conference titles are what teams strive for, along with winning the magic number of…

It's been hard not to miss Racing Victoria's spring message as Melbourne's sporting baton is handed from AFL to racing. The much hyped "Here For The Horses" documentary aired last Thursday and aired again and again. Slickly produced, fronted by sports crossing triple premiership hero Josh Gibson and including the right faces and voices of Jamie…

A pair of individuals who specialise in contrasting areas of expertise brought another incredible week for Irish trainers in Royal Ascot to a breathtaking climax on Saturday. lade Power benefited from a typically no-nonsense Wayne Lordan steer to claim a famous Diamond Jubilee triumph for Eddie Lynam, before Pique Sous excelled under a similarly…

The perils of being a Premier League manager means expiry dates on contracts are more for working out pay-offs than stipulating an end to their tenure. Win a few games and you'll be able to renegotiate an extension anyway, lose a few and you're out on your ear and waiting on the next poor sap to get the heave-ho. Nevertheless, with Jurgen Klopp and…

We've reviewed many online casinos in PA this month, and BetRivers is up next in this review. Many online casinos and sportsbooks have popped up in an attempt to establish themselves as the premier destination of online betting in the Keystone State. Does BetRivers have what it takes to join the ranks of the best? Well, reader, that's where we come…

In the past, anyone that wanted to wager on sports needed to visit an outlet of a sportsbook or do it physically at the event. However, betting has become more convenient thanks to bookmakers creating online platforms to reach their users. If you are new to betting and want to decide how to do it online, this guide will help you. We held an…

Red Bull and Porsche were supposed to set up a 10-year F1 partnership. The Stuttgart carmaker would take up the Austro-British team's new engine programme and buy a 50% stake in the race team. It should've been confirmed at the Austrian Grand Prix in July. But the FIA delayed its wording of the 2026 power unit regulations that Porsche demanded…

Picking college football games isn't what it used to be. It has become a high-pressure venture. Why? Because so many people bet. Many of my recent conversations with strangers and friends alike have begun with: "Who do you like in (pick a game)?" But most people don't want to know who will win the game. They want to know who will win against the…

Amidst a wild swirl of rumours involving controversial winger Evander Kane, including possible connections to the Edmonton Oilers, comes belated news that the NHL is reviewing the circumstances that led to his contract being terminated by San Jose Sharks: Kane's contract was terminated by the Sharks this past weekend after he reportedly breached…

Antonio Giovinazzi's season with Dragon Penske in Formula E was disastrous whichever way you cut it. Zero points, hammered by his team-mate, multiple incidents, just seven race finishes and an average grid start of 18th from a field of 22. The stats tell their own sorry story. But in addition to the statistics come multiple other stands…