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Trade on Sports: American Football Ratings & Bets – Results Update

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It’s been a tough start to the season for Trade on Sports American Football Ratings & Bets, with a loss of 12 points made since our last update.

That means they are now 20 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

These results are for both the NFL and NCAA (which you can see on the second tab of the spreadsheet) and are since the start of the 2024-25 season. 

Their figures for the two codes are now equal:

  • +10 points profit for their NFL tips; and
  • +10 points profit for the NCAA tips. 

So a slow start to the season here but let’s see if they can get things going over the next month or so. 

 

 

 

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Trade on Sports: American Football Ratings & Bets – New Review

6th March 2025

It’s been a good end to the season for Trade on Sports American Football Ratings & Bets, with a profit of 4 points made since our last update.

That means they are now 32 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

These results are for both the NFL and NCAA (which you can see on the second tab of the spreadsheet) and are for the whole 2024-25 season. 

They made a nice 4 points profit on the Superbowl, to end the season with:

  • 18 points profit for their NFL tips; and
  • 14 points profit for the NCAA tips. 

So an excellent season across both codes and a really impressive achievement to have made such profits in markets that are notoriously hard to find an edge in. 

We will place the review in abeyance now for the off-season but will pick things back up again when the new season kicks off in the summer. 

 

 

 

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Trade on Sports: American Football Ratings & Bets – New Review

2nd February 2025

It’s been an excellent trial so far for Trade on Sports American Football Ratings & Bets, with a total profit of 28 points made to date.

You can view full results here.

These results are for both the NFL and NCAA (which you can see on the second tab of the spreadsheet) and are for the whole season so far. 

They are up 14 points for both codes, showing a good level of consistency. 

Not long to go this season but hopefully they can finish the season off in style. 

(Just to note these bets are available under the “TRADE ON RATINGS & BETS MEMBERSHIP” currently priced at £14.95 every 4 weeks). 

 

 

 

 

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Trade on Sports: American Football Ratings & Bets – New Review

22nd November 2024

We are starting a new review today of an American football tipping service from the Trade on Sports team – also known as their “Ratings and Bets” service.

Long-term members may be familiar with Trade on Sports (or TOS for short), as it’s a platform we have sung the praises of quite a lot over the years since our original review of it back in 2019-2020.

For those who aren’t familiar with the service, TOS is a platform run by a group of professional traders & bettors and covers a range of sports including football, tennis, cricket and US sports.

There is a huge amount on offer and we covered a lot of it in our original review. We are also now separately trialing their “Pinny Bot” which is a football betting system based around price differences between Betfair and Pinnacle.

Additionally we want to take a direct look at their American football tips as the results have been very impressive.

In our original review, they made 72 points profit at a return on investment (ROI) of 22% from 327 bets. 

Last season the NFL bets made a small profit of 3 points, whilst this season they are going very well with a profit of 14 points made for the season to date.

On top of that, the NCAA (that’s college football in case you are not familiar with it) tips have also made 10 points profit for the season. 

That’s all to one point level stakes which is highly impressive when you consider how notoriously hard it is to achieve an edge over the bookies when betting on American football. 

As long-term members of TOS, we have proofed these results and can confirm their accuracy but we wanted to run a formal review to track the results in real time and keep an eye on odds availability.

So we’ll kick things off today and will report back here as usual so you can see how they are getting on. 

In the meantime you can check out Trade on Sports’ “Ratings and Bets” service for yourself here.

 

 

Systematic Betting – Results Update

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There’s been a small decline for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a loss of 5 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 89 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

There is still quite a big gap between the results at advised prices and Betfair SP, with a loss of 10 points made since our last update at Betfair SP, putting them 39 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

As mentioned previously, the main reason for the difference is a horse that won at Kilbeggan on 24th April at advised odds of 50/1, but only went off at a BSP of 7.52.

Even allowing for that though there is now a very large gap between the results at advised prices and BSP so it looks like you will need bookie accounts to get the most out of this service.

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

27th August 2025

There’s been a slight dip in form for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a loss of 12 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 94 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

There is still quite a big gap between the results at advised prices and Betfair SP, with a loss of 45 points made since our last update at Betfair SP, putting them 29 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

As mentioned before, the main reason for the difference is a horse that won at Kilbeggan on 24th April at advised odds of 50/1, but only went off at a BSP of 7.52.

Even allowing for that though there is now a very large gap between the results at advised prices and BSP so it looks like you will need bookie accounts to get the most out of this service.

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

9th July 2025

The strong form continues for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a profit of 26 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 106 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

There is still quite a big gap between the results at advised prices and Betfair SP however, with a profit of 29 points made since our last update at Betfair SP, putting them 16 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

As mentioned before, the main reason for the difference is a horse that won at Kilbeggan on 24th April at advised odds of 50/1, but only went off at a BSP of 7.52.

It’s been a real rollercoaster of a trial this one but those who have stuck with it through the ups and downs have been rewarded. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

6th June 2025

There’s been continued progress for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 8 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 80 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

It’s not quite such a positive story at Betfair SP however, with a loss of 8 points made since our last update, putting them 13 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

As mentioned before, the main reason for the difference is a horse that won at Kilbeggan on 24th April at advised odds of 50/1, but only went off at a BSP of 7.52.

Even excluding that though, there is a bit of a gap between the results at advised prices and those at BSP now.  

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

2nd May 2025

More positive momentum for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 42 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 72 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

It’s not quite such a positive story at Betfair SP however, with a loss of 13 points made since our last update, putting them 5 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

The main reason for the difference is a horse that won at Kilbeggan on 24th April at advised odds of 50/1, but only went off at a BSP of 7.52. 

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

21st March 2025

The good form has continued for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 12 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 30 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results are running a little behind the results at advised prices, with a profit of 3 points made since our last update, putting them 8 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

We’ve said before this has been the ultimate roller coaster of a trial with so many ups and downs but it’s been decent lately so fingers crossed they can keep that going. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

11th February 2025

Things have picked up nicely for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 33 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 18 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results have held up fairly well against the results at advised prices, with a profit of 45 points made since our last update, putting them 5 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

We’ve said before this has been the ultimate roller coaster of a trial with so many ups and downs along the way. Good to see the latest movement has been upwards – let’s hope that continues.  

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

27th November 2024

It’s been a tricky time lately for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 44 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 15 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results have also fallen back quite a bit lately, with a loss of 44 points made since our last update, putting them 39 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

It’s been a real roller coaster of a trial this one with so many ups and downs along the way. They were flying along earlier last year but have sadly fallen back quite a bit since then. 

That kind of volatility won’t be for everyone and should be taken into consideration if you are thinking of joining the service. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

27th November 2024

Things have slipped back a little over the last month for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 21 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 29 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results have fallen back quite a bit lately, with a loss of 36 points made since our last update, putting them 5 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

So it looks like this is a service you will need bookie accounts to get the most out of. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

26th October 2024

It’s been a good time lately for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a profit of 33 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 50 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results have also been going along nicely, with a profit of 22 points made since our last update, putting them 41 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

The trend of this being a yo-yo trial continues, with another move upwards over the last month.

A little testing on the nerves at times but the main thing is they are well in profit both at advised prices and BSP! 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

25th September 2024

There’s been something of a reversal of fortunes for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a loss of 40 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 17 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results have also suffered over the last month, with a loss of 56 points made since our last update, putting them 19 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

It’s been something of a yo-yo trial this one with lots of ups and downs. Hopefully the next move is in the upwards direction. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

21st August 2024

The excellent form continues for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 41 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 57 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 30 points profit made since our last update, putting them 75 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

The form this year has been particularly impressive, with 124 points profit made at advised prices and 115 points made at BSP for 2024 to date. Great stuff.  

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

18th July 2024

Things have continued to move along nicely for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 62 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 16 points up for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 34 points profit made since our last update, putting them 45 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

Good to see they are now in profit for our trial at both advised prices and BSP, although it looks like the latter is the favoured option for following this service rather than using the bookies. 

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

12th June 2024

Things have picked nicely up for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a profit of 11 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 46 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 41 points profit made since our last update, putting them 11 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

Good to see they are now in profit for our trial at BSP and it looks like that is the favoured option for following this service rather than using the bookies. 

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

30th April 2024

A small downturn this month for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 5 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 57 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 10 points lost since our last update, putting them 30 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

Let’s see if they can overcome the recent dip and get back to winning ways again over the next month. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

25th March 2024

Horse racing tipster Systematic Betting have continued their recent improvement, with a profit of 7 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 52 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 11 points profit made since our last update, putting them 20 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

Let’s see if they can keep the recent good form going and get back towards even for our trial. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

17th February 2024

It’s been a much better time for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting recently, with a profit of 34 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 59 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 38 points profit made since our last update, putting them 31 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

Good to see the recovery lately, let’s see if they can keep it going. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

18th January 2024

It’s been a challenging run for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting recently, with a loss of 33 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 93 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 48 points lost since our last update, putting them 69 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

They are getting close to blowing the recommended betting bank of 100 points so need quite a sharp and significant turnaround.

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

17th December 2023

Not much change for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting lately, with a loss of 2 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 60 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 10 points profit made since our last update, putting them 21 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

So it’s looking like it’s actually a better idea to follow this service at Betfair SP – although it’s still in deficit at BSP for our trial. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

9th November 2023

The tough times continue for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting unfortunately, with a loss of 34 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 58 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 38 points lost since our last update, putting them 31 points down for our trial to date at BSP.

It’s a shame to see the recent drawdown as they had really turned things around after a difficult start. Looks like they’ll have to do it all again now.

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

9th October 2023

It’s been a tricky time lately for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 10 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 24 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 11 points lost since our last update, putting them 7 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

Hopefully they can get back on track and turn things around soon.

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

9th September 2023

A slight step backwards for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting over the last month, with a loss of 11 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 14 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 20 points lost since our last update, putting them 18 points up for our trial to date at BSP.

A shame to see a slight drop here after some positive form in previous months but hopefully they can get back on track over the next month. 

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

7th August 2023

It’s been another good month for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a profit of 28 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now just 3 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

The Betfair SP results continue to outperform those at advised prices, with 22 points profit made since our last update, putting them 38 points up for our trial to date at BSP. 

It’s been really good to see this service turn things around after going over 80 points down for our trial at one stage. To now be nearly break-even at advised prices and ahead at Betfair SP is an impressive effort and testament to their perseverance. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

5th July 2023

It’s been a remarkable turnaround for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting this month, with a profit of 47 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 31 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

It’s been an even more remarkable turnaround at Betfair SP however, with 91 points profit made since our last update, putting them 16 points up for our trial to date at BSP. 

That’s quite an effort to now be in profit for our trial at BSP, which is great to see. 

The turnaround this month was largely down to one fantastic winner and that came at Royal Ascot in the shape of Khaadem, who won at an advised price of 80/1 and a BSP of 140!

Congrats to them on such a great winner and we know a few members were very much celebrating that one at the Royal meeting. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

5th June 2023

It continues to be a struggle for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 38 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 78 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

It’s a similar story at Betfair SP, with 33 points lost since our last update and 75 points lost for our trial to date at BSP. 

This has been one of those trials that looked very promising at the start as they had some excellent results coming into the review but it just hasn’t worked out so far unfortunately. 

 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

24th April 2023

The tough times continue unfortunately for horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 26 points made to advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 40 points down for our trial overall to advised prices.  

You can view full results here. 

It’s a similar story at Betfair SP, with 24 points lost since our last update and 42 points lost for our trial to date at BSP. 

We mentioned last time about the detailed write-ups that were accompanying the tips. Earlier this month they stopped providing write-ups, saying the the percentage return in terms of ROI/strike rate from all tips submitted when a preview is submitted is much lower than when no write-ups provided, simply due to less time for research. 

We would have thought the write-ups would be done after all the tips had been decided upon so this wouldn’t impact the results, but if they feel it’s reducing time for research of future tips then fair enough. 

In any event it doesn’t seem to have improved results since the change was introduced so we expect it doesn’t have an impact either way. More importantly they just need to see a few more winners coming in to turn around the results!  

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – Results Update

18th March 2023

It’s been a slightly disappointing start to our trial of horse racing tipster Systematic Betting, with a loss of 14 points made so far to advised prices. 

You can view full results here. 

It’s a similar story at Betfair SP, with a total of 18 points lost for our trial to date. 

The tips come with very detailed write-ups so you can see that a lot of work goes into the selections. Sadly that is not producing the desired results so far but it is still early days and they are taking a couple of days off to have a deep dive into their research so hopefully that will produce an improvement going forward. 

 

 

 

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Systematic Betting – New Review

1st February 2023

We are starting a new trial today of a service called Systematic Betting. 

This is a horse racing tipster from the Betting Gods tipster platform and has been proofing there for about six months. 

The selections are provided by a lady called Ellie who is a qualified statistician and has produced strong results so far from her systematic approach. 

A total profit of 100 points has been made since she began proofing six months ago, with every month so far having been profitable. 

That represents a doubling of the betting bank and an excellent return on investment of 30%. 

With a high strike rate of 44%, the numbers look to be stacking up well for this service. 

Staking is generally between 0.5 pts e/w up to 2pts, so pretty reasonable. 

Tips are sent out as close to 9 in the morning (GMT) as possible, so plenty of time to get the bets on. 

All in all then this looks like a promising service and we are looking forward to getting our review underway. 

Results will be updated here as we go along as usual, so you can see how Ellie is getting on. 

In the meantime you can check out Systematic Betting here.  

 

 

 

 

 

Odds 7/4 Meaning: What Do These Betting Odds Really Tell You?

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If you’ve ever glanced at a betting slip, a horse racing programme or odds board and seen 7/4, you may have paused and thought: What on earth does that mean?

You’re not alone. But once you break it down, it’s far less mysterious than it first seems.

Let’s walk through what odds 7/4 mean — how to interpret them, what they imply in terms of probability, and how to use them in real betting decisions.

What Does 7/4 Odds Mean?

In simple terms, 7/4 is a form of fractional odds, which are most commonly used in the UK and Ireland. These odds are read as “seven to four.”

Here’s how to interpret them:

  • For every £4 you stake, you’ll make £7 profit if your bet wins.
  • You’ll also get your original £4 stake back, making your total return £11.
  • It’s a ratio of profit to stake, not the total return. So in fractional odds, the number on the left (7) represents the profit, while the number on the right (4) is the stake needed to win that amount.

So if you stake £4 at 7/4, you’ll end up with £11 in total (£7 profit + £4 stake) if the bet is successful.

💰 How Much Do You Win at 7/4 Odds?

Let’s look at some quick examples to see what kind of returns you can expect:

Stake Profit (at 7/4) Total Return
£1 £1.75 £2.75
£2 £3.50 £5.50
£5 £8.75 £13.75
£10 £17.50 £27.50
£20 £35.00 £55.00

So if you bet £10 at 7/4 odds, you’ll make £17.50 profit and get your tenner back too, making a total return of £27.50.

Converting 7/4 to Decimal or American Odds

If you prefer other formats, you might want to see 7/4 odds in decimal or American style. Here’s how it works:

  • Decimal odds:
  • American odds: Since the odds are above even money, they’re positive: +175

So:

  • 7/4 = 2.75 in decimal
  • 7/4 = +175 in American odds

All three formats express the same thing: a potential £1.75 profit for every £1 staked.

🏟️ Examples of 7/4 Odds in Different Sports

To make this clearer, let’s explore how 7/4 shows up in real-world betting markets.

🐎 Horse Racing

Horse racing is where fractional odds like 7/4 are most common. A horse priced at 7/4 is usually seen as a strong contender — perhaps not the outright favourite, but among the leading chances.

Example:
You back “Silver Arrow” at 7/4 in the 2:15 at Ascot.

  • Stake: £10
  • Profit: £17.50
  • Total return: £27.50

This price often reflects a horse with solid form, but maybe a small question mark, such as the going or the quality of the opposition.

⚽ Football

In football betting, 7/4 odds are often found in markets like the match winner, correct score, or goalscorer markets.

Example:
You bet on Brighton to beat Arsenal away from home at 7/4.

  • Stake: £20
  • Profit: £35
  • Total return: £55

These odds suggest Brighton have a decent shot but are still underdogs compared to the opposition.

🎾 Tennis

In tennis, 7/4 is a common price for a lower-ranked player facing a seeded opponent, especially in the early rounds of tournaments.

Example:
You fancy an up-and-coming player to beat a top-10 seed and they’re offered at 7/4.

  • Stake: £15
  • Profit: £26.25
  • Total return: £41.25

This price can be great if you’ve spotted factors like surface advantage, fitness, or recent form.

🥊 Boxing & UFC

Combat sports often throw up 7/4 odds for fighters who are competitive but not the bookies’ pick to win.

Example:
A challenger faces a defending champion and is priced at 7/4.

  • Stake: £25
  • Profit: £43.75
  • Total return: £68.75

This reflects an underdog with a realistic chance, especially if they’re known for knockout power.

🏆 Outright & Tournament Markets

You’ll also see 7/4 odds in outright markets when there’s a clear favourite but another team or player is still strongly fancied.

Examples:

  • England to win a Six Nations match at home – 7/4
  • A golfer priced at 7/4 to win their group in a major tournament

These are often selections that the bookmakers see as second-favourites or evenly matched competitors.

Summary of 7/4 Examples

Odds of 7/4 appear across a wide range of sports. Whether you’re betting on a horse in a big race, a football team in a tricky fixture, or a tennis player looking to cause an upset, 7/4 is a price that reflects an approximate 36% chance of winning.

🤔 Are 7/4 Odds Good Value?

That depends on whether you think the selection’s real chances are better than the bookmaker’s implied probability.

  • Implied probability of 7/4 = 36.36%
  • If your research suggests a true chance of 40% or more, you may be onto a profitable bet.

This is where value betting comes in — spotting when the odds underestimate the true likelihood of an outcome.

🧙 Strategies for Betting on 7/4 Shots

Odds of 7/4 strike a nice balance between risk and reward — not as short as odds-on favourites, but not as speculative as big outsiders.

To maximise your returns, consider these strategies:

🎯 1. Look for Value, Not Just the Price

Ask yourself: Does the selection’s chance of winning exceed 36.36%?
If you think so, 7/4 could be good value.

📊 2. Do Your Homework

Research is everything:

  • Horse Racing: Check form, trainer/jockey stats, and conditions.
  • Football: Analyse injuries, xG stats, home/away form.
  • Tennis: Look at surface records, fatigue, and head-to-heads.

💷 3. Use a Staking Plan

Since 7/4 shots won’t land every time, bankroll management is vital:

  • Level stakes: Same amount each bet.
  • Percentage staking: Risk a fixed % of your bankroll.
  • Kelly Criterion: For more advanced staking.

🧾 4. Track Your Results

Log your bets to see patterns — which sports or markets you do best in at 7/4.

📈 5. Shop Around for Best Odds

One bookmaker might have 7/4, another 15/8. Over time, those differences add up. Use odds comparison sites or betting exchanges.

⏳ 6. Be Selective

Don’t back every 7/4 you see. Focus on situations where your analysis gives you an edge.

🧠 Strategy Summary

Tip Key Takeaway
🎯 Look for value Only back 7/4 shots if you think their chance is >36.36%
📊 Do your research Use stats and context, not gut feeling
💷 Use a staking plan Protect your bankroll
🧾 Track results Learn what works for you
📈 Shop for odds Always get the best available price
⏳ Be selective Patience pays off

By applying these strategies, you can make the most of 7/4 bets and avoid common traps casual punters fall into.

Common Questions & Misconceptions

Q: Does 7/4 mean 7 wins for every 4 losses (or vice versa)?

A: No — that’s a misunderstanding. 7/4 is a ratio of profit to stake, not head-to-head wins vs losses. The implied probability is 36.36%, not 7 wins to 4 losses in a direct head-to-head sense.

However, you might see phrasing (e.g. marketing) that suggests “out of 11 outcomes, your bet would win 4 times,” which is a rephrasing of implied probability.

Q: Can odds change after you place your bet?

A: Generally no — once your bet is confirmed, the odds are locked in for your bet – unless you have best odds guaranteed in horse racing for example.

But before betting, the odds you see may shift if the bookmaker adjusts markets in response to incoming bets or new information.

Q: Why do different bookies give different odds near 7/4 (e.g. 13/8 or 15/8)?

A: Bookmakers will adjust the price slightly to balance their liabilities and manage risk. Also, they try to build in margin (overround), so slightly different odds reflect different risk appetite and market response.

Q: Is 7/4 “strictly better” than 2/1?

A: Not exactly — 2/1 offers higher payout (you’d win £2 for every £1 stake) but with lower implied probability (33.33%). 7/4 is less generous in payout but suggests a higher perceived likelihood. Which is “better” depends on which side has true value.

🔚 Conclusion: Making Sense of 7/4 Odds

At first glance, 7/4 odds might look confusing, but once you break them down, they’re easy to understand.

They simply mean that for every £4 you stake, you’ll win £7 in profit — plus your stake back — giving a total return of £11. In decimal terms, that’s 2.75, with an implied probability of 36.36%.

These odds crop up across a wide variety of sports — from horse racing to football, tennis, boxing, and outright tournament markets — and they often reflect a selection that’s seen as a strong contender but not the outright favourite.

The real key to betting at 7/4, though, is value. If you believe the chance of success is greater than the bookmaker’s implied 36.36%, then 7/4 could represent a smart, profitable bet.

Combine that with solid research, disciplined bankroll management, and shopping around for the best prices, and you’ll give yourself the best chance of long-term success.

So next time you spot 7/4 on the board, you’ll know exactly what it means — and more importantly, whether it’s worth backing.

 

The 2nd Favourite Horse Racing System: A Proven Approach for Picking Winners

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Horse racing systems have been around for as long as people have been placing bets on the sport.

Punters love a theory that gives them a potential edge, whether it’s following trends, trainer stats, or race conditions.

Among the simplest — and surprisingly popular — is the 2nd favourite horse racing system.

But here’s the thing: not all second favourite systems are created equal. Some are too broad to work, while others, when applied with discipline and filters, can uncover genuine value.

In this article, we’ll break down how often second favourites win, what their returns looks like, and how smart filters can transform a simple system into a more effective betting strategy for backing second favourites.

What Is the 2nd Favourite Horse Racing System?

The concept is straightforward: instead of blindly backing the favourite in every race, you focus on the second favourite in the betting market.

This is the horse with the second-shortest odds, judged by bookmakers and punters to be the next most likely winner.

Why does this make sense? Because favourites are often “over-backed.” Bookmakers know the average bettor loves siding with the top pick, so odds are squeezed down.

That leaves the second favourite in a sweet spot — still fancied to win, but often at a price that offers better long-term value.

The logic for the second favourite horse racing system is simple:

  • The favourite is often “over-backed” by casual punters.
  • The second favourite, meanwhile, may offer better value because its odds are longer than the favourite’s but it still has a strong chance of winning.
  • By targeting the second favourite systematically, you might be able to find a sweet spot between probability and price.

This idea has been around for decades and still appeals to bettors today because of its simplicity.

Why Focus on the Second Favourite?

To understand why the 2nd favourite horse racing system has such appeal, it’s worth looking at the dynamics of betting markets.

  1. The favourite bias – Bookmakers know that the average punter loves to back favourites. This often means that favourites’ odds are shorter than they should be, reducing long-term profitability.
  2. Better strike rate than outsiders – While backing long shots can bring huge wins, their strike rate is low. The second favourite sits in a sweet spot: not as risky as a 20/1 shot, but not as over-bet as the odds-on favourite.
  3. Historical performance – Studies of past races suggest that second favourites win more often than most punters realise. In fact, in many race types, they perform nearly as well as favourites but at more attractive odds.
  4. Flexibility – You can approach second favourites in different ways: backing them to win, each-way betting, or even laying them if you think the favourite is too strong.

How Often Do Second Favourites Win?

The first step in evaluating any system is to understand the baseline figures. How do second favourites perform in the long run?

  • Strike rate: Second favourites win around 19–22% of races in the UK. That’s roughly one in five.
  • Comparison: Favourites win closer to 30–35% of races, while long shots land far less often.
  • Combined power: Between them, favourites and second favourites account for about half of all winners.

So second favourites clearly do win their fair share — but what about the bottom line?

The Returns for Backing Second Favourites Blindly

This is where reality bites. The return on investment (ROI) of backing all second favourites blindly is not so good. 

  • At Starting Price (SP): Backing every second favourite produces a negative ROI of 10-12%. This means for every £100 you bet, you would lose around £10-£12, on average, from backing all second favourites. The bookmaker’s margin (the “overround”) makes it impossible to make a profit from backing all second favourites blindly.
  • At Betfair SP (BSP): The hit is smaller, but still not enough to be profitable without filters.

In short: the 2nd favourite horse racing system doesn’t work if you simply back every single one. But with the right tweaks, it becomes much more interesting.

A Tested Strategy: Backing Second Favourites in Handicaps

Whilst there is a certain attraction to backing second favourites, we don’t want to just be backing them blindly. This will lead to losses over time, as the stats above show. 

What we want to do is find a method that identifies value second favourites, where their true chances of winning a race are higher than the odds suggest. 

Below we will detail a strategy that could be used for backing second favourites, concentrating on certain conditions that can put the odds in our favour.

This second favourites horse racing system focuses on handicap races with medium-sized fields. Here’s how it works.

The Rules

  1. Race type: Stick to handicaps. These races are designed to even out ability by assigning weights, making favourites less dominant.
  2. Field size: Look for 8–14 runners. Too few horses and the favourite is usually strong; too many and results get chaotic.
  3. Favourite’s odds: Avoid races where the favourite is odds-on. When the market is that confident, the second favourite is usually second-best for a reason.
  4. Second favourite’s odds: Aim for the 2.75–5.50 (11/8 to 9/2) range. This “sweet spot” avoids very short-priced seconds (little value) and long shots (low strike rate).
  5. Market moves: Avoid second favourites that have been heavily backed (big “steamers”). Data shows these often underperform at the off.
  6. Execution: Place bets at Betfair SP or with a bookmaker offering Best Odds Guaranteed (BOG) to capture late drifts.

Why These Rules Improve the System

Each rule trims away conditions where the market is at its most efficient:

  • Handicaps & 8–14 runners: More competitive, less market certainty.
  • Avoiding odds-on favs: Stops you from opposing horses that genuinely dominate.
  • Price band discipline: Keeps you in the zone where the favourite–longshot bias is smaller.
  • Skipping steamers: Protects you from following hype-driven plunges that historically lose money.
  • BFSP/BOG: Ensures you don’t lock in poor odds.

Example of the System in Action

Imagine three qualifying races in an afternoon:

  • Race 1: 10-runner handicap. Favourite 7/4, second favourite 3/1. You back the 3/1 shot — it wins. Profit: +£30 (to £10 stakes).
  • Race 2: 12-runner handicap. Favourite 2/1, second favourite 4/1. You back the 4/1 shot — it finishes 3rd. Loss: -£10.
  • Race 3: 9-runner handicap. Favourite 9/4, second favourite 10/3. You back it — it wins. Profit: +£33.

Staked £30, returned £73. A nice net profit of £43.

Of course, not every day will look like that. But over time, this filtered system tends to give a much stronger return profile than simply backing every second favourite.


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Improving Returns Further: Extra Filters to Test

Even after applying the core rules of the 2nd favourite horse racing system (handicaps, 8–14 runners, avoiding odds-on favourites, and using BFSP/BOG), there’s still room to sharpen your edge.

By layering in additional filters, you can weed out poor-value selections and home in on the most promising ones.

Here are some of the most effective refinements, with examples.

Trainer/Jockey Stats

Not all trainers and jockeys perform the same when it comes to winning with second favourites. Some stables excel at landing gambles with horses that aren’t the market leader.

  • Example: A top flat trainer like William Haggas might have a strong record with second favourites in competitive handicaps, showing “wins above expected” compared to the market. On the other hand, a smaller yard might consistently underperform when their horses are second favourite, suggesting they’re overbet.
  • How to use it: Keep a simple database or spreadsheet of trainer/jockey combinations and track ROI specifically for second favourites. Over time, you’ll spot which partnerships are worth following and which to avoid.

Race Type Splits

The performance of second favourites varies depending on whether the race is flat, all-weather, or jumps.

  • Example: Second favourites in flat turf handicaps with 10+ runners may offer better value than in small-field novice hurdles, where the favourite often dominates.
  • How to use it: Analyse your own betting records by code and distance. You might find that second favourites are more profitable in sprint handicaps, or perhaps in middle-distance flat races where tactical riding plays a bigger role.

Avoid Maidens and Novices

In races where most horses are inexperienced (maidens, novices, bumpers), the market often overestimates the ability of unproven runners. Favourites can be especially strong in these conditions, making second favourites weaker value.

  • Example: In a novice hurdle with six runners, the favourite from a top yard may have been heavily schooled and is expected to win. The second favourite might be shorter than it should be, based only on potential, not proven form.
  • How to use it: Stick to handicaps where horses have already shown their level of ability, and the weights even things out.

Ground Conditions

The going (firm, good, soft, heavy) is one of the most overlooked factors in market prices. A second favourite with proven form on the day’s going may be better value than a favourite who is untested on the surface.

  • Example: On soft ground at Ascot, the favourite might be a flashy winner on good-to-firm but has never run on soft. The second favourite, meanwhile, has two wins on similar going. Here, the market may have mispriced their chances, and siding with the second favourite gives you an edge.
  • How to use it: Always check a horse’s record on the going. You can filter bets to only back second favourites with at least one prior win or placed run on the surface.

Speed Figures

Time-based ratings (speed figures) can highlight horses that have already run to a higher level than the market suggests.

  • Example: A second favourite might have recently clocked the fastest time of any runner in the field over the same distance, yet the market has priced it slightly longer than the favourite based on reputation or stable strength.
  • How to use it: Services like Timeform, Topspeed, or other racing databases provide speed figures. If a second favourite is top-rated or close to it, that’s often a sign the market may have undervalued it.

Putting It All Together

By applying these filters, you can transform the 2nd favourite horse racing system from a blunt instrument into a sharp betting tool. For example:

  • Race selection: 12-runner flat turf handicap
  • Favourite odds: 2/1 (unproven on today’s soft ground)
  • Second favourite odds: 7/2 (two wins on soft ground, strong speed figure last run)
  • Trainer/jockey: Yard with a positive ROI on second favourites in similar races

That’s a scenario where all your filters align — and where the second favourite might represent genuine value.

An Alternative System: Laying Second Favourites in Small Fields

Not every punter wants to back horses. Some prefer laying them (betting against them). A neat variation is:

  • Only in races with 5–7 runners.
  • Favourite odds ≤ 2.20.
  • Lay the second favourite.

The logic is simple: in small fields with a strong favourite, the second favourite is often overestimated by the market. By laying it, you profit when it doesn’t win — which is most of the time.

Caution: laying carries higher risk if your selection does win, so always control liability (e.g. 1% of bankroll per lay).

Bankroll Management for the 2nd Favourite System

No system works without discipline.

  • Stake size: Bet 1–2% of your bankroll per selection.
  • Keep records: Track strike rate, average odds, profit/loss.
  • Stick to the rules: Don’t chase losses by bending filters.

Over the long run, discipline matters just as much as picking the right horses.

Final Thoughts

The 2nd favourite horse racing system is a classic for a reason. On a raw basis, second favourites win about 20% of the time — but without filters, they return a negative ROI, meaning they will lose you money over time.

By focusing on handicaps with 8–14 runners, avoiding odds-on favourites, and sticking to the right odds ranges, you can turn those numbers closer to break-even — or even into profit, with additional research to pinpoint value second favourites. 

For more adventurous punters, laying second favourites in small fields is an intriguing alternative, though higher risk.

At the end of the day, the system won’t make you rich overnight, but it can give you structure, focus, and a sharper angle than simply following the crowd onto favourites. And in horse racing betting, small edges are exactly what you’re looking for.

 

First Class Racing – Results Update

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There’s been a slight decline lately for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a loss of 4 points made at advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 17 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with a loss of 4 points made since our last update and 14 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

So a bit of a drop for this service as we come towards the end of the flat season but still well in profit overall. Let’s see if they can get things going again over the jumps season.

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

10th August 2025

The good form continues for horse racing tipster First Class Racing in recent times, with a profit of 2 points made at advised prices since our last update.

That means they are now 21 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with a profit of 3 points made since our last update and 18 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

As we’ve commented before this service is a slow mover but the results have moved along very steadily and surely during our trial so we certainly can’t complain. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

25th June 2025

Things have been going along nicely for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with a profit of 7 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 19 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with a profit of 5 points also made since our last update and 15 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

The tipster also picked out the winner of the Derby, Lambourn, at 14/1 as an unofficial bet, so for those that followed there were extra profits.

Even excluding that bet however, 10 of the last 12 tips have been winners. They are generally favourites, but even so it’s an impressive tally.

With a high strike rate like this service has it’s possible to build a bank quite steadily. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

20th May 2025

Things have picked up for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with a profit of 2 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 12 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with a profit of 2 points also made since our last update and 10 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

Just a reminder this is a low-volume favourite-backing horse racing service from renowned tipster Mel Gee.

It has performed well in our trial but is more of a slow burner than most of the services we review so may not suit everyone’s style of betting, but the results to date have been solid. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

19th March 2025

It’s been a slightly trick time for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with a loss of 4 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 10 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with a loss of 4 points also made since our last update and 8 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

Just a reminder this is a low-volume favourite-backing horse racing service from renowned tipster Mel Gee.

It has performed well in our trial but is more of a slow burner than most of the services we review so may not suit everyone’s style of betting, but the results to date have been solid. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

24th January 2025

Just a very slight gain for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with one point profit made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 14 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, withone point profit also made since our last update and 12 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned before, this service is the very definition of low volume with just a few bets per month normally. 

In terms of consistency you can’t complain though as a good profit has been made at both advised prices and BSP.

So if this approach is working for them it would be a risk to change it just to try and secure more betting volume. 

 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

25th October 2024

No movement lately for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with no change to the net P/L made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are still 13 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with also no change to the net P/L made since our last update and 11 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

It’s been pretty quiet over the last month with just two bets – one winner and one loser. Will have to see if things pick up a bit now as we get in to the National Hunt season proper.  

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

21st September 2024

Things continue to move along nicely for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a profit of 4 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 13 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with 3 points profit made since our last update and 11 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

So this service has proved to be pretty solid. As mentioned before it’s a slow burner but with a 55% strike rate there are a high proportion of winners.

The betting bank has now grown by 65% with the absolute minimum of worry or drawdowns. 

The low bet volume also means there’s a very low workload involved in following so overall there’s a lot to like about this service.

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

19th August 2024

The good form continues for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a profit of 2 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 9 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

The Betfair SP results continue to track pretty closely with those at advised prices, with 2 points profit made since our last update and 8 points profit made for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned last time this is a very low volume service, so really to make it worthwhile once subscription costs are taken into account you would need to stake at fairly decent levels – e.g. at least £100 or £200 per point.

The good news though is that the strike rate is high, with many selections being odds-on favourites so it’s possible to build a bank with this service. It’s also very easy to follow with so few bets. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

15 July 2024

It’s been a good time lately for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a profit of 3 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 7 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has also been a positive movement since our last update with 4 points profit made, meaning they are now 6 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned last time this is a very low volume service but if you are looking for more action it would be worth checking out their sister service Second Class Racing, which made 70 points profit from laying horses in our six month trial. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

3rd June 2024

A small dip for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with a loss of 1 point made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has also been a small change since our last update with 1 point lost, meaning they are now 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

It’s been pretty quiet from this service lately but if you are looking for more action it might be worth checking out their sister service Second Class Racing, which made 70 points profit from laying horses in our six month trial. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

22nd April 2024

A small improvement for horse racing tipster First Class Racing recently, with a profit of 1 point made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has been a small change since our last update with 1 point profit made, meaning they are now 3 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

We’ve seen a little more volume from this service lately, so will be interesting to see if this continues as the flat season proper gets underway.

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

24th February 2024

Just a small change lately for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a profit of 1 point made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has been no change since our last update and they are still 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

There is being a low volume betting service and then there’s…only one bet in two months, which is what we’ve had with this service.

My old teacher used to say “patience is a virtue” and that’s certainly the case with First Class Racing! 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

30th December 2023

Not much change lately for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a loss of 1 point made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 3 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has been no change since our last update and they are still 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned in previous updates, this is very much a slow burner service with a low number of bets each month.

However, their spin-off service Second Class Racing – which is a laying service – has a lot more action with multiple bets per day normally and is going great guns. You can check out our review of it here. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

4th November 2023

It’s been a slightly better time for horse racing tipster First Class Racing over the last month, with a profit of 4 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they have won 3 points since our last update and are 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

In case you missed it, there is now a spin-off service from the same tipster, called Second Class Racing, which is a laying service rather than a backing one and we have just started a review of it here. 

 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

30th September 2023

A slight move backwards for horse racing tipster First Class Racing over the last month, with a loss of 3 points made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now level for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they have also lost 3 points since our last update and are 1 point down for our trial overall at BSP. 

To be honest we think this service is just too low volume to be viable for most people to follow. Only 3 bets over the last month is not really enough to get things moving forward. 

That is how the tipster operates but without upping the bet volume it’s difficult to see how they can produce enough profit to make it worthwhile to follow. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

28th August 2023

A small improvement for horse racing tipster First Class Racing lately, with 1 point profit made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 3 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has been no change since our last update, so they still sit 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

It really is a slow grind with this service but as we always say a profit is a profit so can’t complain really. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

20th June 2023

A small step backwards for horse racing tipster First Class Racing lately, with 2 points lost at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 2 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they have also lost 2 points since our last update, meaning they are now also 2 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned before this is a low volume service – with just three bets so far in July.

So this service really is the definition of a slow burner and is one just to have ticking along in the background and see the bank gradually move upwards.

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

20th June 2023

A slight movement forward for horse racing tipster First Class Racing lately, with 3 points profit made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they have made also made 3 points profit since our last update, meaning they are now also 4 points up for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned before this is a low volume service – in fact there were no bets at all in May(!), but we’ve seen a bit more action so far in June with four bets. 

So this service really is the definition of a slow burner and is one just to have ticking along in the background and see the bank gradually move upwards.

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

12th May 2023

A quiet time for horse racing tipster First Class Racing lately, with no change at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are still 1 point up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they have made 1 point profit since our last update, meaning they are now also 1 point up for our trial overall at BSP. 

As mentioned before this is a low volume service with just a few bets per month normally, which will suit those who like a low workload, whilst others prefer a bit more action. 

 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

23rd February 2023

A small change for horse racing tipster First Class Racing over the last month, with just one point lost at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are now 1 point up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there have been 2 points lost since our last update, meaning they are now level for our trial overall. 

As mentioned before this is a low volume service with just a few bets per month normally, which will suit those who like a low workload, whilst others prefer a bit more action. 

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

23rd February 2023

No change for horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with no profit or loss made at advised prices since our last update. 

That means they are still 2 points up for our trial overall at advised prices. 

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, there has also been no change to the P/L since our last update and they are still 2 points up for our trial so far. 

As mentioned before this is a low volume service with just a few bets per month normally, which will suit those who like a low workload, whilst others prefer a bit more action. 

Either way we would hope that things can get moving forward a little more positively in the coming weeks as we get into the higher quality racing in the spring.  

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – Results Update

15th January 2023

It’s been a quiet start to our trial of horse racing tipster First Class Racing, with a profit of 2 points made to advised prices so far after six weeks.

You can view full results here.

At Betfair SP, they are also 2 points up so far. 

We were expecting this to be a low volume service but there have only been three bets so far, which is even less than expected.

However, partly this is down to the time of year when there just aren’t very many of the type of high class races the tipster Mel likes to go for. So we would expect bet volume to pick up a little from here.

The main thing though is that a profit has been made so far which is what matters most.

 

 

 

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First Class Racing – New Review

28th November 2022

We are starting a new trial today of a horse racing tipster called First Class Racing.

If you have been following our blog recently you may have seen the live Q&A they hosted recently with the resident tipster at First Class Racing, Mel Gee.

It was a very interesting discussion where Mel went through his unique betting style and why it has proved so successful for him in recent years.

Essentially the approach revolves around backing favourites in top class racing – indeed Mel only backs in Class 1 races these days. 

It’s a case of finding situations where a quality horse has everything in its favour, and doesn’t have to worry about carrying extra weight as the races bet on are non-handicaps. 

The strategy appears to have worked very well, with Mel having doubled his members’ betting banks over the last 14 months. 

It is a very low volume service, with usually just a few bets per month. Mel likes to be very selective and only put up selections when, as we say, a horse has absolutely everything in its favour. 

Although some people like more regular betting action, the advantage of a low volume approach like this is it’s very easy to follow with minimal work involved. 

It also means we will need to run quite a long trial with this one to get a big enough sample size of bets. 

So we will kick things off today and will report back on how things are going here as usual. 

In the meantime you can check out First Class Racing for yourself here. 

 

 

 

What Is a Prop Bet in Sports? Rules, Examples, and Strategy

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Breaking Down What Is a Prop Bet in Sports and Why Fans Love Them

Prop Bets Give Everyone Something to Cheer About

When people talk about what is a prop bet in sports, they’re really just talking about the fun side of betting. Instead of sweating who wins or loses, you’re putting money on the little moments, like if the coin toss in the Super Bowl comes up heads, or whether a running back breaks 100 yards. 

The reason prob bets have blown up in recent years is that they make every snap, pitch, or possession feel like its own mini-game. And with sportsbooks now offering easy tools to build prop bets, it’s no wonder fans keep asking about them.

Unlike traditional wagers that revolve around the final score, props take you deeper into the action. You might bet on whether an NBA guard hits over 3.5 threes, if an NFL wideout scores a touchdown, or even if the coin toss in the Super Bowl lands on heads. 

So if you’ve ever wondered, What is a prop in sports betting, it’s basically your chance to bet on the storylines inside the game.

Why Prop Bets Took Over the Game

So why do these side bets matter anyway? Traditional betting has always been about wins and losses, but props cracked things open for the rest of us. They keep fans hooked, even if the scoreboard doesn’t matter. 

In football, you might be sweating an NFL prop bet on whether a quarterback clears 250 yards or how many field goals a kicker nails. 

Over in the NBA, props shift to rebounds, assists, or which guy gets to double digits first. And baseball fans eat up MLB player prop bets—strikeouts, homers, and all the stat lines that make nine innings worth watching.

Props are popular because they bring excitement to moments you’d usually overlook. A meaningless fourth-quarter three-pointer suddenly is exhilarating. A ninth-inning strikeout feels like the World Series because it just cashed your ticket.

Common Types of Prop Bets

If you’re still wondering what a prop bet is in sports, it helps to see the categories they fall into:

  • Player Props: Individual performance stats, like LeBron’s total points or Patrick Mahomes’ passing touchdowns.
  • Team Props: How many total runs a baseball team scores, or whether a football team covers their first-half spread.
  • Game Props: The first team to score, if the game goes into overtime, or even exact score outcomes.
  • Exotic Props: These show up in events like the Super Bowl—everything from the length of the national anthem to halftime show antics.

The variety is what makes props so appealing. They cater to casual fans, stat geeks, and entertainment seekers all at once.

Strategy Behind Prop Betting

Of course, fun doesn’t mean reckless. Smart bettors use props strategically. First, know your sport. Someone who is dialed into player usage patterns has an edge when betting NFL prop bets or NBA prop bets. 

A baseball bettor tracking bullpen fatigue can gain value on MLB player prop bets, such as strikeout totals.

Second, shop around. Odds can vary significantly between sportsbooks, so it’s essential to compare.

Finally, understand the risk. Props often carry more juice (house edge), so discipline matters. It’s tempting to fire off ten different props in one night, but treating them like “lottery tickets” can eat a bankroll fast.

Prop Bet Payout

Prop bets pay out in the same way as any other wager—you win if your prediction is correct, and you lose if it’s wrong—but the odds are where things get interesting. 

For straightforward props, like betting if a quarterback throws over 2.5 touchdowns, you’ll see moneyline-style odds (say -110 or +150) that dictate how much you’ll profit relative to your stake. 

Some props, especially exotic ones like Super Bowl specials, can carry longer odds because they’re harder to hit, meaning a small bet could lead to a surprisingly large return. 

Just remember, sportsbooks build in more juice on props compared to standard bets, so while the payouts can feel rewarding, the house edge is usually higher. 

Why Bettors Keep Coming Back

The reason new bettors are wondering what is a prop bet in sports is that these wagers make every play fun and meaningful. They don’t just tie you to the scoreboard; they tie you to the drama. 

Maybe you’re sweating for one last baseball strikeout, or perhaps you’re praying for one more rebound, or maybe you’re laughing because you bet on the color of the Gatorade bath.

At the end of the day, prop bets are the perfect mix of skill, luck, and entertainment. They’re not just about gambling; they’re about being part of every little heartbeat of the game. 

And that’s why, whether you’re new to betting or a seasoned fan, understanding props might be the most fun lesson you learn in sports wagering.

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

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It’s been a tough time lately for football betting tipster Goal Predictor, with a loss of 42 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 53 points down for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be around -10 points for our trial to date. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

17th August 2025

Things have fallen into the red for football betting tipster Goal Predictor, with a loss of 15 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 11 points down for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be around -2 points for our trial to date. 

With the footy season having kicked off again they are back to the usual flow of bets after a quiet time over the summer. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

4th July 2025

There’s been a slight decline for football betting tipster Goal Predictor lately, with a loss of 11 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be around 1 point for our trial to date. 

Over the summer they have been focusing mainly on the World Club Cup and the MLS, with mixed results.

Not too long now until the proper action returns though with the start of the European season just over a month away. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

14th April 2025

There’s been something of a dip for football betting tipster Goal Predictor lately, with a loss of 33 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 15 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be 3 points for our trial to date. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

14th April 2025

The good form has continued for football betting tipster Goal Predictor, with a profit of 15 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 48 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be just under 10 points for our trial to date. 

Good to see the recent improvement here – let’s see if they can finish the season in style. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

28th February 2025

It’s been a good month for football betting tipster Goal Predictor, with a profit of 30 points made since our last update. 

That means they are now 33 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

As a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to provide tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Just to note they use stakes of 5 points per bet so the net P/L based on 1 point stakes would be just over 6 points for our trial to date. 

Good to see the recent improvement here – let’s see if they can keep it going. 

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – Results Update

8th November 2024

It’s been a steady start to our trial of football betting tipster Goal Predictor, with a profit of 3 points made for our trial so far. 

You can view full results here.

Just a reminder, this is a service that involves using xG (expected goals) data to formulate tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score).

Liquidity in these markets is very good so there is no problem getting bets matched. 

So it looks a promising service, let’s see if they can get the profit ticking up by the time of our next update.

 

 

 

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Goal Predictor – New Review

8th November 2024

We are starting a new review today of a football betting service called Goal Predictor. 

This is a service that comes from the Phil Rushton stable of betting services that includes the likes of the Goal King that received a positive rating following a review here. 

Goal Predictor is a service involves using xG (expected goals) data to formulate tips on the goals markets (such as over 2.5 goals and both teams to score) and to give customers a profitable service with a high win rate.

Expected goals, in case you are not familiar with it, is a statistical tool that relates the number of shots to how many goals would be expected in a football match. We explain more about how it works here.

For example if a team had lots of shots on goal and had a xG number of 3.0 but only scored one goal, it might suggest they were unlucky and on another day could have scored more goals. 

The results for the service look very promising so far, with 263 points profit reportedly made since starting tipping in April. 

That has been achieved with a high strike rate of 69% and a healthy return on investment of 22%.

xG has become used more often in football betting these days and this service aims to make use of it specifically on the over/under goals markets. 

We can see the logic behind using xG as it is a useful metric to measure teams’ performance by rather than just their match results, which could mask runs of good or bad luck. 

Whether it can produce results under live trial conditions we will have to wait and see but that is why we run reviews here, to test these things out. 

So we will kick off the review of Goal Predictor today and will report back here on how things are going as usual. 

In the meantime you can check out Goal Predictor for yourself here.

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

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Not much change for tennis laying service Trade On Sports Tennis lately, with a profit of just 1 point made to advised prices since our last update, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

That means they are now 4 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they have lost 1 point since our last update and are 13 points up for our trial to date.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to August 2024 when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS.

 

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

19th August 2025

Things have picked up again for tennis laying service Trade On Sports Tennis lately, with a profit of 7 points made to advised prices since our last update, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

That means they are now 3 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they have won 12 points since our last update and are 14 points up for our trial to date.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to last August when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS.

 

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

8th July 2025

It’s been a tough time for tennis laying service Trade On Sports Tennis lately, with a loss of 10 points made to advised prices since our last update, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

That means they are now 4 points down for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they have lost 11 points since our last update and are 2 points up for our trial to date.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to last August when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS.

 

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

28th May 2025

There’s been a small drop for tennis laying service Trade On Sports Tennis lately, with a loss of 3 points made to advised prices since our last update, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

That means they are now 6 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they have lost 1 point since our last update and are 13 points up for our trial to date.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to last August when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS.

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

21st April 2025

There’s been a slight step backwards for tennis laying service Trade On Sports Tennis lately, with a loss of 5 points made to advised prices since our last update, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

That means they are now 9 points up for our trial overall. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they have lost 13 points since our last update and are 14 points up for our trial to date.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to last August when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS.

 

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – Results Update

8th March 2025

It’s been a good start to our trial of Trade On Sports Tennis, with a profit of 14 points made to advised prices so far, based on laying each selection to win one point. 

You can view full results here.

Taking an alternative staking approach of laying to a one point liability, they are 27 points up so far.

Just a reminder these are lay bets in the match odds market, which are sent out via Telegram.

Please note these results go back to last August when we started proofing and cover the WTA only as historically those have performed a lot better than the ATP results.   

Also please note the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS. 

 

 

 

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Trade On Sports Tennis – New Review

28th January 2025

We are starting a new review today of a tennis betting service called Trade On Sports Tennis (or Trade On Tennis if you prefer the slightly shorter version).

Regular followers will know we have tested out quite a few of Trade On Sports (TOS) strategies over the years, including a number in our main review back in 2020.

Whilst we have mainly focused on their football strategies, some of their most impressive results have actually come in tennis. 

There is a huge amount of data available as part of their tennis service, including the Trade on Sports model price and the players projected hold & break numbers. These are match-up specific, so change daily depending on who the opponent is. All of this data can be used to trade and bet on tennis.

However, the most impressive part of their tennis betting service for us – and what we will focus on in this review – are their “red lays.”

These are their selections for players to lay based on a rating system they have developed. 

These ratings are based on factors such as: 

  • Expected hold
  • Service break opponent
  • Break back chance
  • First to lead
  • First broken

They cover both the ATP and WTA tours, although looking at past results the WTA results have been much better so those may be the ones to focus on. 

The selections are sent out via Telegram and you simply lay the player named. Couldn’t be much simpler than that! 

The WTA results for 2024 showed a profit of 28 points if laying to win 1 point, or 46 points if laying to lose a fixed liability of 1 point. 

Going back further, the results show a profit of 118 points from 2016 to 2023, or 236 points if laying to lose a fixed liability of 1 point over the same period. 

These are very impressive and consistent results over a long period of time, a true mark of quality. Particularly so when you consider they are in highly liquid main match odds market of ATP and WTA matches, and bets can be placed on Betfair. 

To be honest we haven’t seen many tennis services with better long-term results so without wanting to jinx things, this is a review we have been meaning to do for a while and are pleased to finally be carrying out. 

As long-term members of TOS we have proofed these tennis bets going back to last summer, so we will include those results in our trial. 

We will also have a look at odds availability, as always. 

So we will get the review underway today and will report back here soon on how things are going. 

In the meantime you can check out Trade On Sports Tennis for yourself here.

(Just to note in case you were wondering, the red lays are available under the Silver Tennis subscription of TOS). 

 

 

Why Live Dealer Casinos Deserve Serious Attention

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Online casinos once relied almost entirely on RNG engines and static user interfaces. More recently, live dealer tables emerged as eye-catching novelties – the kind of feature you show off in marketing.

Over time, though, these formats have evolved beyond showmanship: they now deliver real strategic, psychological, and business value.

While many pick slots to unwind, like chicken road demo, the live dealer format offers something different: interaction, transparency, and pressure. That shift is attracting serious players who demand more than flashing graphics and spinning reels.

Industry momentum supports that shift. The global online gambling market in 2024 hit about $95.3 billion, with projections reaching over $185 billion by 2033.

Let’s take a look at how the live dealer model now carries concrete advantages (and particular challenges), why many players prefer it, and how operators build around it.

The Solid Case for Live Dealer Superiority

Stripping away marketing hype, live dealer casinos succeed because they combine human presence, structural flexibility, and performance metrics in ways that pure RNG tables can’t match.

Visible Fairness Builds Trust

When you join a live table, you watch a real dealer shuffle, deal, spin, and interact. That visual clarity eases suspicion.

For many players, seeing a hand dealt by a real person feels more “fair” than trusting code behind the curtain.

Some top providers even incorporate multiple video angles or real-time audit overlays to reassure clients. In dispute situations, dealers or support staff can refer to the same video feed you see.

Social Cues and Psychological Pressure

Humans respond differently when another person is present. In these games:

  • You know others are watching (dealer and other players).
  • You must make decisions in real time, with the dealer waiting.
  • Chat or basic interaction adds a social dimension.

That tension makes losses sting more and wins feel more earned. Many players say live dealers “feel more real,” especially when stakes are meaningful.

Faster Iteration, Better Rulesets

Live studios can roll out variant tables, side bets, or customized promotions more rapidly than traditional casinos retool physical floors. They can cater regionally, test new mixes, and adapt to trends.

Some live versions even provide more player-friendly rules. For example, many live blackjack tables stick with 3:2 payouts rather than the worse 6:5, which is common in some RNG or brick floors.

Scalable Access, Lower Per-Seat Cost

Although studios carry setup and operational costs (cameras, staff, bandwidth), they avoid large land, security, and physical infrastructure expenses. Streaming allows many users to join the same table remotely, lowering per-seat cost.

Because of that, operators can offer lower minimums, making dealer play accessible to casual and serious bettors.

Real Constraints and How Operators Work Around Them

Live dealer is not flawless. Its challenges are real, and success requires overcoming them.

  • A poor connection kills experience instantly. Studios often deploy redundant links, adaptive streaming, and buffer strategies to reduce lag.
  • Dealers need breaks, training, rotation. Studio management must schedule around time zones.
  • Collusion, card marking, or tampering risk exists. High-end studios use surveillance, multi-angle cameras, strict dealer rotation, and random audits.
  • Running a live studio often needs compliance per jurisdiction (video, data, anti-tampering).
  • High initial expense in equipment, space, and setup limits entry for smaller operators.

Yet, many of these issues scale down with maturity. Large providers amortize cost across many operators and geographies, pushing technology and process improvements.

Where Live Dealer Truly Outpaces RNG

Here’s a table comparing key dimensions where live dealer formats tend to outperform traditional RNG tables.

Metric Live Dealer RNG Table
Perceived transparency High (visible dealing) Moderate (relies on audits and RNG certification)
Behavioral pressure Stronger (live waiting) Minimal (instant results)
Ability to customize rules and promos Flexible Often fixed or limited
Barrier to entry (for providers) High setup cost Low
Technical fragility Sensitive (video, latency) More robust
Social interaction Real-time Minimal or simulated

That comparison highlights where live dealer really brings value, not just spectacle.

What Kinds of Players Prefer Live Dealer Games

Not every gambler shifts to live dealer. But certain segments gravitate toward it:

  • Mid-to-high stakes players who value perceived fairness.
  • Skill-oriented players in games like blackjack, baccarat, or poker variants.
  • Social gamblers who enjoy minimal interaction, livestream chat, and pace.
  • Skeptical or regulated-market players who demand visible dealing over opaque RNGs.

Many new players begin with slots for ease. Over time, as they grow confident and seek more credibility, live dealer becomes a natural upgrade.

What to Watch as Live Dealer Evolves

The live dealer format is no longer standing still. One clear direction is the shift toward hybrid game shows that merge entertainment and gambling. Evolution Gaming, the largest live dealer provider, has set the pace here, creating games that stream to tens of thousands of participants simultaneously rather than a handful of players at a single blackjack table.

Technology is pushing another transformation. Companies like GR8 Tech have highlighted the need for regional edge servers, ensuring players in Europe, Asia, and North America receive smooth feeds with minimal lag. This is a technical improvement and a safeguard against one of the few real weaknesses of live dealer play: when a feed freezes, trust erodes quickly.

Regulation and compliance also shape the sector’s future. Instead of scattering small studios in multiple jurisdictions, many operators are building centralized hubs in regulated markets such as Malta, Gibraltar, and certain Canadian provinces. These hubs allow providers to meet local licensing demands while distributing content across borders.

These changes suggest that live dealer casinos are moving into a more mature stage. Hybrid formats bring spectacle, mobile infrastructure solves technical barriers, and regulatory hubs provide stability.

 

Racing Riches – Results Update

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It’s been a slightly tough time for horse racing tipster Racing Riches lately, with a loss of 41 points made at Betfair SP since our last update.

That means they are now 67 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

As noted in previous updates, they informed us on 6th June that their service was switching to flat only betting and no longer including national hunt (jumps) bets. 

We have included the flat-only results in the second tab of our results spreadsheet, which shows a profit of 23 points for this year on the flat. Previous results (prior to our review) show a profit of 184 points on the flat for 2024. 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

11th August 2025

Things have picked up slightly for horse racing tipster Racing Riches lately, with a profit of 4 points made at Betfair SP since our last update.

That means they are now 26 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

Just to note they informed us on 6th June that their service was switching to flat only betting and no longer including national hunt (jumps) bets. 

We have included those results in the second tab of our results spreadsheet, which shows a profit of 63 points for this year on the flat. Previous results (prior to our review) show a profit of 184 points on the flat for 2024. 

So this looks like the right move for them to switch to flat only as clearly the results have been considerably better than on the jumps. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

28th June 2025

There’s been a slight downturn for horse racing tipster Racing Riches lately, with a loss of 18 points made at Betfair SP since our last update

That means they are now just 30 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

Just to note they informed us on 6th June that their service was switching to flat only betting and no longer including national hunt (jumps) bets. 

We have included the flat results in the second tab of our results spreadsheet, which shows a profit of 59 points for this year on the flat. Previous results (prior to our review) show a profit of 184 points on the flat for 2024. 

So this looks like the right move for them to switch to flat only as clearly the results have been considerably better than on the jumps. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

24th May 2025

It’s been an excellent time for horse racing tipster Racing Riches lately, with a profit of 63 points made at Betfair SP since our last update

That means they are now just 12 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

Good to see the recent run of form which has almost got them all the way back to level for our trial. Just need them to keep that going and see if they can break through into profit overall. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

15th April 2025

Horse racing tipster Racing Riches isn’t quite living up to its name unfortunately, with a loss of 25 points made at Betfair SP since our last update

That means they are now 75 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

They could do with a few winners soon to get things turned around and moving in the right direction again.

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

3rd March 2025

Very little movement for horse racing tipster Racing Riches over the last month, with a loss of just 1 point made at Betfair SP since our last update

That means they are now 50 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

There are around 2-3 bets per day on average which are usually sent out at between 10am and midday on the day of racing and with all bets placed at Betfair SP it’s a very straightforward service to follow. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

29th January 2025

There’s been a bit of a bounce back for horse racing tipster Racing Riches over the last month, with a profit of 17 points made at Betfair SP since our last update.

However they are still 49 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

Good to see signs of a turnaround here, let’s see if they can keep it going.

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

29th December 2024

The tough run continues for horse racing tipster Racing Riches unfortunately, with a loss of 47 points made at Betfair SP since our last update.

That means they are now 66 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are no separate results at BSP. 

There are around 2-3 bets per day on average which are usually sent out at between 10am and midday on the day of racing and with all bets placed at Betfair SP it’s a very straightforward service to follow. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

17th October 2024

It’s been a tricky month for horse racing tipster Racing Riches, with a loss of 23 points made since our last update at Betfair SP.

That means they are now 19 points down for our trial overall at Betfair SP. 

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are obviously no separate results at BSP. 

There are around 2-3 bets per day on average which are usually sent out at between 10am and midday on the day of racing and with all bets placed at Betfair SP it’s a very straightforward service to follow. 

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – Results Update

17th October 2024

It’s been a solid start to our trial of horse racing tipster Racing Riches, with a profit of 4 points made for our trial to date at Betfair SP.

You can view full results here.

Bets are recommended at Betfair SP so there are obviously no separate results at BSP. 

A decent start then, let’s see if they can kick on from here.

 

 

 

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Racing Riches – New Review

16th September 2024

We are starting a new trial today of a service called Racing Riches.

The service is provided by a guy called Richard (Rich) Luck who has over 20 years experience in the horse racing industry.

He says he is in almost constant contact with several leading figures within the industry.

And he uses this information together with this own expertise to deliver horse racing tips to his members. 

So far the service has made over 110 points profit at Betfair SP (BSP) since starting out in November 2023. 

That has been achieved with a solid strike rate of 23% and a return on investment (ROI) of 10%.

The profits this year have been impressive, with over 133 points profit made for 2024 to date. 

Those are very good numbers to have achieved at Betfair SP, which as we have noted many times here is a very tough yardstick to make a profit at.

All but one month so far this year has been profitable so they have been showing a strong record of consistency. 

Tips tend to be sent out between 10am and midday on the day of racing so a decent amount of time to get the bets on. 

Overall this looks like a promising service and one we are looking forward to running a trial of. 

We started receiving tips on 3rd September so will record results from then and will update results here as we go along as usual. 

In the meantime you can check out Racing Riches for yourself here.