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UK / Ireland Horse Racing Preview - 12th July 2017

Horse Racing Preview

Here is our horse racing preview for Wednesday 12th July 2017 across UK and Ireland Horse Racing today, unit stakes advised upon each selection.

 

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 12th July 2017 – Yarmouth 2.35pm  – Ticket Giveawaysat 188Bet Fillies’ Handicap

Katebird – 4/1 (EW)

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 12th July 2017 – Catterick 2.45pm – St Teresa’s Hospice Fillies’ Nursery

Mraseel – 11/4

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 12th July 2017 – Yarmouth 3.45pm – 188bet Handicap 

Dubara – 5/2

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 12th July 2017 – Kempton 6.25pm – Racing Uk Hd Handicap

Makfhar – 3/1

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Wimbledon Day 8 - Quarter Finals - Men's Single's Preview

Wimbledon Day 9 – Single’s Preview – Wednesday marks the beginning of the Men’s singles quarter-finals. After Rafael Nadal was sensationally beaten by Giles Muller in a five-set thriller, the competition is at boiling point. As a result of yesterday’s match on number one court, Novak Djokovic’s game against Adrian Mannarino was moved to Tuesday, and the Serb went through to the Quarter Finals with a straight sets win and will see him face Thomas Berdych in the last eight.

Here’s a look at all the action to come on day nine of Wimbledon.

 

Andy Murray V Sam Querrey

Murray continued the strong defence of his Wimbledon title by dispatching of Benoit Paire in straight sets. The world number one made sure of his place in the last eight, coming out 7-6, 6-4, 6-4 winner. The Scot has made it to the quarter finals every year since 2008, but will be hoping to reach his eighth semi-final in nine years.

Querrey has gained quite a reputation for himself as an underdog at Wimbledon. After sensationally beating then reigning champion Djokovic last year, the American reached the quarter-final, a feat he has again repeated this year. On his way to the last eight, he has beaten Joe Wilfried-Tsonga and Kevin Anderson, proving he is very capable of producing an upset.

 

SKYBET: MURRAY TO WIN- 1/6

SKYBET: QUERREY TO WIN- 4/1

SKYBET: MURRAY TO WIN 3-1(SET BETTING)- 13/5

SKYBET: QUERREY TO WIN 3-2(SET BETTING)- 12/1

 

Milos Raonic V Roger Federer

Having reached last year’s final, Raonic’s appearance in this year’s last eight was a minimum requirement. The Canadian has come on leaps and bounds in recent years, but was taken to five sets by Germany’s Alexander Zverev. The world number seven’s class eventually saw him through, winning 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 7-5, 6-1. Raonic is looking to secure what would be his third semi-final appearance in four years, but he could have hardly been handed a trickier rout in to the next round.

Federer unsurprisingly sealed his place in the quarter-finals with a straight set win over Grigor Dimitrov, 6-4, 6-2, 6-4. Barely breaking sweat, the Swiss took just 98 minutes to secure his place in the last eight, his 14th quarter final in the last 15 years. Raonic however is a different kettle of fish to all his previous opponents. Federer will know that he will have to be on top form to keep his Canadian opponent at bay, in order to seal his place in the semi-final.

 

SKYBET: RAONIC TO WIN- 7/2

SKYBET: FEDERER TO WIN- 1/5

SKYBET: FEDERER TO WIN 3-0(SET BETTING)- 5/4

SKYBET: TOTAL GAMES (UNDER OR OVER 39.5)- UNDER 39.5 – 10/11

 

Giles Muller V Marin Cilic

After producing the best performance of his tennis career, Muller now finds himself in the quarter finals of Wimbledon. In an encounter that lasted just under five hours, he eventually beat world number two Rafael Nadal 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 4-6, 15-13. The final set lasted two hours and 15 minutes, the average length of a men’s match in this year’s tournament. Muller has never reached this stage of Wimbledon, and it’s his first grand slam quarter-final since 2008.

Cilic’s route in to the last eight was slightly more straight forward than Muller’s. The Croat beat Roberto Bautista Agut in straight sets, coming out 6-2, 6-2, 6-2 winner. Cilic’s match lasted 101 minutes, compared to the 288 minutes of Muller’s, showing how much of a slog the tie was. Cillic has reached the quarter final of the competition every year for the last four years, but has never made it to the last four.

 

SKYBET: MULLER TO WIN- 7/2

SKYBET: CILIC TO WIN- 1/5

SKYBET: CILIC TO WIN AND BOTH PLAYERS TO WIN A SET- 5/4

SKYBET: MULLER TO WIN 3-2(SET BETTING)- 9/1

 

Tomas Berdych V Novak Djokovic

Djokovic only played yesterday, due to the Nadal/Muller match over running. Frenchman Mannarino did his best against the world no.4 but could not get past him, as he lost 6-2, 7-6. 6-4. Djokovic now has to face Berdych with less than 24 hours rest, something that could hinder the Serbs chances.

Berdych reached the quarter finals with a thrilling 5 set win over Dominic Thiem, defeating the Austrian 6-3, 6-7, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3.

Berdych and Djokovic will be meeting for the 28th time, with the Serb winning 25 of those matches. Berdych, however, has beaten Djokovic at Wimbledon in the 2010 semi final, on his way to his only Grand Slam Final. Will Djokovic be able to keep up his record of not dropping a set this tournament?

SKYBET: BERDYCH TO WIN – 100/30

SKYBET: DJOKOVIC TO WIN – 2/9

SKYBET: FIRST SET WINNER – TOMAS BERDYCH – 9/4

SKYBET: DJOKOVIC TO WIN THE MATCH, MOST ACES AND LEAST NUMBER OF DOUBLE FAULTS – 8/1

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Costa Rica vs Canada - Match Preview

Costa Rica vs Canada – Match Preview – Costa Rica face Canada in the second group fixtures of their Confederations Gold Cup campaigns. Both nations were victorious in their curtain raisers which was expected when considering their opposition. The South Americans beat Honduras in a 1-0 win thanks to a first half goal from lone striker, Marco Urena. Whilst the Canadians had no issue finding the net in a thrilling 4-2 victory over French Guiana seeing them currently at the top of Group A.

Costa Rica will be looking to build on their win over Honduras and seem to be one of the tournament favourites on the outrights. With a strong squad consisting of Bryan Ruiz and Joel Campbell, they are also favourites to leapfrog Canada at top spot this Wednesday. It isn’t often that Costa Rica are in high scoring affairs, however, Canada’s attacking prowess will mean Costa Rica should throw the same amount of manpower at the Canadian defence. Often a very rigid, organised group with a ‘build from the back’ mentality installed by manager, Oscar Martinez, the South American outfit will expect to keep the Canadians quiet with Palermo’s, Giancarlo Gonzalez, at the heart of the defence.

Skybet Match Result – Costa Rica to Win – 4/6

Alphonso Davies could be Canada’s star man this tournament Photo Credit: usatoday.com

The Canadians will be looking to cause an upset with the bookmakers and hold their spot at the top of Group A this Wednesday. After bagging four goals in their previous outing, the North Americans will look to ride their goal-scoring momentum into this match against the tough Costa Rican side. Midfielder, Alphonso Davies, was in sublime form following a very impressive season at Vancouver Whitecaps after netting two goals in the second half that helped Canada create history; scoring four goals for the first time ever in a Gold Cup match. The Canadians will look to tighten up defensively however, as French Guiana provided a scare to the Canadian camp when scoring two goals in two minutes. Whilst the bookmakers fancy Costa Rica to come out victorious, this Canadian side will look to attack, attack, attack.

Skybet Match Result – Canada to Win – 5/1

Team News

Costa Rica are without forward, Johan Vanegas, whose match was cut short against Honduras with injury.

Canada have no fresh injury worries or suspensions to alter their team selection.

 

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Horse Racing Preview - Nottingham & Kempton - 8th November 2017

Horse Racing Preview

Here is our horse racing preview for Tuesday 11th July 2017 across UK and Ireland Horse Racing today, unit stakes advised upon each selection.

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 11th July 2017 – Wolverhampton 1.55pm – Follow attheraces On Twitter Handicap

Tooty Fruitti – 9/2 (EW)

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 11th July 2017 – Wolverhampton 3.55pm – Wolverhampton – Voted Best Small Racecourse (Midlands) Handicap (Div 2)

Bruny Island – 6/4

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 11th July 2017 – Pontefract 4.40pm – Pontefract Squash & Leisure Club Handicap

Ching Ching Lor – 5/1 (EW)

Horse Racing – UK / Ireland – 11th July 2017 – Brighton 7.45pm – Cyril Leonard Ltd Handicap

Lawfilly – 11/2 (EW)

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Wimbledon Day 8 - Single's Preview

Wimbledon Day 8 – Single’s Preview – The quarter finals are here! Tuesday brings the start of the fifth-round, starting with the Women’s singles. With tension high, who will come out victorious and secure a place in the last four?

Here’s a look at the action on day eight of Wimbledon.

 

Johanna Konta V Simona Halep

Konta became the first British female to reach the quarter finals of Wimbledon for 33 years with her fourth-round victory. She beat Caroline Garcia 7-6, 4-6, 6-4 to make it through to the last eight, making this her best Wimbledon tournament. The world number seven will take part in only her third grand slam quarter-final, and reached this stage of the Australian Open earlier in the year.

Her opponent Halep is now the highest seed left in the competition, ranked second. She came out on top in her fourth-round tie beating Victoria Azarenka in straight sets, 7-6, 6-2. The Romanian reached this stage of Wimbledon last year, and will be hoping to go one better to make the semi-final. She was recently runner up at the French Open, and got to the quarters of last year’s Australian Open.

 

SKYBET: KONTA TO WIN- 4/5

SKYBET: HALEP TO WIN- 1/1

SKYBET: KONTA TO WIN 2-1(SET BETTING)- 16/5

SKYBET: HALEP TO WIN 2-0(SET BETTING)-9/4

 

Venus Williams V Jelena Ostapenko

Williams came through her fourth-round tie unscathed and she won in straight sets. She beat Ana Konjuh 6-3, 6-2, to secure only her first third Wimbledon quarter final since 2010. The American has dropped only one set in her four games so far this competition, and has won her last two in straight sets.

Ostapenko also came through her game in straight sets. The Latvian beat Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina 6-3, 7-6 to set up her tie with Williams. Ranked 13th in the world, she comes in to the tournament in good form, having recently won the French Open, her first ever grand slam win.

 

SKYBET: WILLIAMS TO WIN- 8/11

SKYBET: OSTAPENKO TO WIN- 11/10

SKYBET: WILLIAMS TO WIN 2-0(SET BETTING)- 7/4

SKYBET: TOTAL GAMES (UNDER 22.5)- 8/11

 

Gabrine Muguruza V Svetlana Kuznetsova

World number fifteen Muguruza caused the biggest shock of this year’s tournament, knocking out world number one Angelique Kerber in round four. The Spaniard came out 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 winner to set up her second Wimbledon quarter final in five years. She also reached this same stage of the Australian Open earlier in the year.

Kuznetsova herself is world number eight, and came through her fourth-round match in straight sets. She beat Agnieszka Radwanska 6-2, 6-4 to reach her first Wimbledon quarter final since 2006. This is quite the resurgence from the 32-year-old who may be wondering if this is her last chance to win her first ever grand slam.

 

SKYBET: MUGURUZA TO WIN- 4/6

SKYBET: KUZNETSOVA TO WIN- 6/5

SKYBET: TOTAL SETS (3)- 11/8

SKYBET: MUGURUZA TO WIN 2-1(SET BETTING)- 3/1

by ·Comments Off on Horse Racing Preview – Windsor, Ayr & Ripon – 10th July 2017
Horse Racing Preview - Ayr & Southwell - 3rd October 2017

Today’s horse racing preview comes from three meetings with selections from Ayr, Ripon and Windsor.

With no selections yesterday, basically nothing caught my eye to be fair, Saturday resulted in a nice winner as Battaash oozed class to seal the race in good style, Pavilion was not given the greatest of rides being stuck on the rails, but had every chance despite hanging slightly.

 

 

13.45 Ayr – Racing UK Now In HD EBF Novices Stakes (6f)

This should be a big opportunity for Another Batt to record his second career win, George Scott’s Windsor Knot juvenile did himself justice I thought when finishing midfield in the Windsor Castle, a race that will throw up winners. The runner up Roussel has already run well again when second to a smart sprinter in Havana Grey at Sandown in the Listed Dragon Stakes weekend just gone.

Dropping back into this sphere he really should be taking this company apart; the market seems to be speaking volumes with a very eye catching booking of Danny Tudhope to help the cause. As for dangers, Richard Fahey’s Cosa Nostra ran a respectable fifth on debut at Nottingham, he is bred to get further than this and could give the selection most to do.

ANOTHER BATT : 3pt Win @ 5/4 (BOG)

15.15 Ayr – Follow @Racing_UK On Twitter Handicap (0-75) (13.1f)

It’s been a while since we have seen the likes of Guitar Pete on the level, in fact just under four years ago when trained by the great and late Dessie Hughes. Guitar Pete never won on the flat from all his starts in Ireland, however went on to great success as a hurdler when winning the Grade 1 Spring Juvenile Hurdle and 4 YR OLD Juvenile Hurdle at Aintree.

Sandra Hughes took over the reins after the passing of her father where she has managed to take Guitar Pete to chasing, earning one success. He changed stables early this year to Nicky Richards and was quickly dropped back into the hurdle ranks when beaten just a neck on debut at Wetherby, the step up in trip to 22f when competing in the Long Distance Hurdle never really showed his potential, let’s not forget he is only seven so a baby around these ranks.

He gets the capable Josh Doyle riding him this evening who has been riding well of late, two concerns though, the ground could have had a little more give under foot and obviously the time away from the flat, however, his not overly exposed around this sphere and gets the nod.

Jim Goldies Braes of Lochlash is becoming a frustrating type to follow, three seconds now which includes twice here at Ayr. His mark of 69 is feasible to win off with only being 1lb higher than when winning this back in 2015, but once more could be following home a well handicapped selection once more.

GUITAR PETE : 2pt Win @ 4/1 (BOG)

21.05 Windsor – BGC Racing £125 Membership Handicap (0-85)  (11.5f)

John Gosden’s Wasatch Range was well beaten around this class last time at Newbury and you could have made excuses that they should have not run him in the conditions. Now back on firm ground, he should bring on the same form that saw him land his first success over 10f here at Windsor.

Knight Destroyer has been doing exactly that, destroying his opposition at Chepstow in a 0-70 handicap last month. The runner up dead heated last week off a mark of 66, this is a big hike up in the weights division and will have to take full advantage of his age allowance if he wants to win again, however I am happy to take both of these on with Ed Dunlop’s Amlad.

Two good wins recorded this year at Beverley and more recently at Newmarket when cruising home over 12f on quick ground. Oisin Murphy takes over this evening and there should be no reason why he cannot land the hatrick this evening under a jockey who is having a good season.

AMLAD : 3pt win @ 11/4 (BOG)

21.15 Ripon – St.Agnesgate Handicap (6f)  (0-70)

it’s always worth following a trainer blind that has hit form for a few weeks, Michael Dods yard have been doing just that and I strongly fancy his entry here in Chipping. Two good runs as a juvenile saw him rewarded with a win at Redcar, but the maiden has not matched up to the win, however he has taken time to come to hand on his transition career to three and showed a liking to Ayr when finishing second in a far better race than this.

Connor Beasley gets on well with him recording a form stat of (312), back on board this evening a big plus for me and strongly fancy winning ways will resume now dropped into this class. I can’t see much troubling the selection this evening, but one at a price is James Bethall’s Haworth who actually disappointed me at Haydock when I fancied him to win the race. He is still looking for his first turf win, but off a current mark of 66, it will not be that far away.

CHIPPING : 3pt Win @ 3/1 (BOG)

 

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Mexico vs El Salvador - Match Preview

Mexico vs El Salvador – Match Preview – Mexico face El Salvador in their opening match in the Gold Cup. Mexico enter the match on the back end of a fairly successful Confederations Cup campaign; where they lost in extra time of the 3rd place play-off with European Champions, Portugal. To the average football fan, El Salvador are a rather unknown quantity, with no players of significant status on the World stage. On paper, Mexico should cruise to victory.

Mexico are the current reigning champions of the Gold Cup; a title that manager, Juan Carlos Osario, will look to successfully defend following a promising run of performances in the recent Confederations Cup. However, with the Confederations Cup campaign still only a week ago, the squad is seeing plenty of fresh faces, young and some uncapped players entering the fray and looking to make an impact for their country during the off season. The ‘second XI’ of Mexico have been in two recent friendlies in preparation for the Gold Cup whilst their stronger outfit was battling away in the CONFED Cup. With a 1-0 win over Ghana and a 2-1 victory over Paraguay, the Mexicans will look to carry their momentum into this opening fixture. Can they seal their first win of the Gold Cup?

Skybet Match Result – Mexico to Win – 2/9

Whilst Mexico have had non-stop fixtures as of late, their opponents have had quite the opposite. El Salvador have only played three friendlies since late January and unsurprisingly enter this match as heavy underdogs. Most recently, a 3-0 loss to Ecuador hasn’t shone the South American’s in a very attractive light. The country itself is the most densely populated and smallest country in the Americas, however their players will be playing with immense pride against tough Mexican opposition. Manager, Eduardo Lara, joined El Salvador’s youth system in 2015 before taking charge of the senior national team last year. Can Lara lead his side to pull off a special victory?

Skybet Match Result – El Salvador to Win – 12/1

Last time these two met, it was last year in a goal fest ending in a 3-1 victory to Mexico. Will history repeat itself?

Skybet Correct Score Group Betting – Mexico to Win 3-0, 3-1 or 3-2 – 3/1

Team News

Neither country has any injuries or suspensions ahead of the opening match. With both managers able to pick their strongest available sides, we should be in for a cracker of a match.

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Wimbledon Day 7 - Single's Preview

Wimbledon Day 7 – Single’s Preview –Monday brings the beginning of the fourth-round, with only 16 players remaining. As the battle for the Wimbledon title hots up, we are bound to see more epic encounters, as we get to the nitty-gritty of the competition.

Here’s a look at the best action to come on day seven of Wimbledon.

 

Andy Murray V Benoit Paire

Murray is back in action having come out as winner in four sets against Fabio Fognini. The Italian gave Murray a game, forcing him to defend five set points in the fourth set, in a bid to force a fifth. Murray however fought back from 2-5 down and won the match 6-2, 4-6, 6-1. 7-5. This was Murray’s first real test of the tournament, but the mental resolve to battle back from 2-5 down underlined his strength of character and proved why he is Wimbledon champion.

His opponent Paire is in the fourth-round for the first time. The Frenchman dispatched of J Janowicz in straight sets to secure his place in the next round, where he will meet the world number one. Ranked 46th in the world Paire has very little to lose having exceeded expectation, so will try to give his all to provide a huge upset.

 

SKYBET: MURRAY TO WIN- 1/10

SKYBET PAIRE TO WIN- 6/1

SKYBET: MURRAY TO WIN 3-1(SET BETTING)- 11/4

SKYBET: MURRAY TO WIN, SERVE MOST ACES AND LEAST NUMBER OF DOUBLE FAULTS- 11/8

 

Rafael Nadal V Giles Muller

In comparison to Murray, Nadal is still yet to break sweat at Wimbledon. The French Open champion is yet to drop a set at Wimbledon having beaten Karen Khachanov in straight sets, 6-1, 6-4, 7-6. The Spaniard remains unruffled as he searches for a third Wimbledon title, his first since 2010.

Muller beat Alijaz Bedene in straight sets to set up the fourth-round tie. He came out 7-6, 7-5, 6-4 winner against the Englishman. This is the furthest Muller has ever made it in Wimbledon and similar to Paire, the world number 26 will have very little to lose.

 

SKYBET: NADAL TO WIN- 1/7

SKYBET: MULLER TO WIN- 11/2

SKYBET: NADAL TO WIN 3-1(SET BETTING)- 13/5

SKYBET: MULLER TO WIN 3-2(SET BETTING)- 14/1

 

Venus Williams V Ana Konjuh

Williams look determined to secure her first Wimbledon title since 2008. She secured her place in round four in straight sets, beating Naomi Osaka 7-6, 6-4. The American has reached the fourth round for the third year running and is showing promising form as she looks to play her way to the title.

Konjuh has never reached this stage of Wimbledon, in what is only her fourth ever London tournament. The Croatian is ranked 29th in the world and has only ever made it to the quarter final of a grand slam once. She defeated Dominika Cibulkova in three sets, winning 7-6, 3-6, 6-4. Cibulkova is world number nine, and this proves she is capable of producing an upset, as she faces the world number 11.

 

SKYBET: WILLIAMS TO WIN- 1/2

SKYBET: KONJUH TO WIN- 13/8

SKYBET: WILLIAMS TO WIN 2-1(SET BETTING)- 14/5

SKYBET: TOTAL GAMES (UNDER OR OVER 21.5)- Over 21.5 GAMES –  4/5

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Horse Racing Preview - Leicester - 10th October 2017

Horse Racing Preview

Here is our horse racing preview for Sunday 9th July 2017 across UK and Ireland Horse Racing today, unit stakes advised upon each selection.

14:45 – Ayr – Bet totequadpot At betfred.com Handicap (Div 1)

Regal Mirage (1 pt) @ 4/1

15:15 – Ayr – Bet totequadpot At betfred.com Handicap (Div 2)

Haymarket (1 pt) @ 9/2

15:30 – Market Rasen – Don Noble Betting Novices’ Chase

Work In Progress (3 pt NAP) @ 10/11

16:55 – Ayr – totepool Betting on all UK Racing Handicap

Nothing to lose (1 pt) @ 2/1

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Horse Racing Preview - Aintree - 29th October 2017

Today’s horse racing preview comes from Sandown with two selections from the meeting. What an action packed Saturday of finally quality racing, it’s been a slow start to July for the blog, but we are only in the first week enough time to bring in the winners.

13.50 Sandown – Coral Charge (Sprint)  (Group 3)  (5.1f)

Three of the past four running’s of this race has seen the market land the spoils, once more it is very hard to look beyond Charles Hills Battaash not making it 2-2 for the season. He looked mighty impressive when landing the Scurry Stakes over course and distance three weeks ago and I have no doubt he would of improved further at home, too good for these with age allowance.

Another that has the age allowance is James Tate’s Kyllang Rock who has made a nice transition winning a conditions race at Nottingham on seasons re-appearance to go on to finish runner up at York and Haydock in Listed events, big danger and could outrun his 12/1 odds.

BATTAASH : 3pt Win @ 5/2 (BOG)

15.00 Sandown – Coral Distaff (Listed) (8f)

This is more open than it looks this afternoon and I am not willing to over look Clive Cox’s entry here Pavilion. Despite making her turf debut I think her last run at Wolverhampton can be over looked as she was found wanting inside the final furlong, she drops back here to the dead mile and on ground that should suit her fine. Stepping out of handicap company is not always that easy but considering she has won a 0-90 race this is not that much of an upgrade..

Again we have Ascot form being put on the line, both Paco’s Angel and Queen of Time ran creditably in the Sandringham with the former coming out on top of the dual to one length, the fact that Richard Hughes filly there was giving 10lb to Queen of Time suggests there is likely more to come from her the reason why she is at the head of the market.

Standing Rock is unknown quality and we will have to wait to see how strong her maiden win was at Newbury, with a couple she beat have been turned over since.

PAVILION : 2pts each way @ 10/1 (BOG)

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