Virgin London Marathon 2018: Mo Farah to struggle against Kipchoge and Bekele
These are arguably the best marathon fields ever assembled, writes Jack Houghton, which is why Mo Farah stands little chance of being competitive in the men'...
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The Boat Race 2019 Tips: Cracknell factor makes Cambridge's odds far too short
James Cracknell's presence in the Cambridge crew has created a media frenzy but punters should not get swept up in the narrative, writes Jack Houghton in his... Read more
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The Boat Race 2018: Late crew change could help Oxford
Too much can probably be made of Boat Race statistics, writes Jack Houghton, and Oxford, despite squad unrest, are the value proposition
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What It Takes: The Life of a Pro Cyclist
It's rest day in this year's Tour de France, so in the latest of our 'What It Takes' series, cycling enthusiast Richard Towey tells us about the dedication a...
The Boat Race 2017: Back heavier crew Cambridge to make a splash and upset the odds
Too much can probably be made of Boat Race statistics, writes Jack Houghton, but nonetheless the heavier Cambridge crew might be value...
Betfair Mosconi Cup 2016 Betting: Team Europe big favourites to win ninth in 10
The Mosconi Cup returns to London this week as Team Europe looks for its seventh winner in a row - and we are delighted to announce that Betfair is sponsorin...
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London Marathon: Dibaba and Biwott to upset defending champions?
With returning winners and talent-packed fields, Jack Houghton identifies the value bets in this year's London Marathon and highlights some in-play pointers...
Fact or Fiction? Five factors that (might) determine Boat Race success
This year's University Boat Race is on Sunday (March 27). The Women's race starts at 15:10, the Men's at 16:10. Coverage begins on BBC2 at 14:30. Here, Jac...
Paris-Nice 2016: It is G's time to shine
With a strong start to the season already for Team Sky, Neil Monnery is expecting Geraint Thomas to lead them to glory in the Paris-Nice this week...
#PuntoftheWeek: Conor McGregor's explosive UFC win tops the poll
In the latest edition of #PuntoftheWeek, Betfair punters voted Irishman Conor McGregor's defeat of Chad Mendes their pick of the bets. Read on for the full s...
Giro D'Italia: Door open for Porte win and Zakarin sweet bet for podium
The first Grand Tour of the season starts on Saturday, and Jack Houghton thinks Richie Porte might be the value bet, with a potential surprise-winner lurking...