Early 2018 exchanges on the green baize have featured an eclectic mix of tournaments with high prestige events such as the Masters, with its restricted field, combined with the ‘hit and giggle’ format of the shootout which invites players from around the world and descends right through the rankings.
Continue readingLast weekend was a frustrating one for Jurgen Klopp and his Liverpool side as an injury time penalty from Harry Kane sealed a 2-2 draw for Top Four rivals Spurs. Klopp was furious over the penalty decision but he and his side need to stay calm and bounce back when they travel to the South Coast on Sunday.
Continue readingNoviBet may be a slightly unfamiliar name from around the sportsbooks but in fact, they have been around since 2011. While they’ve gone under the radar to some extent, there are reasons why we should take notice and for those that focus on regular, competitive odds, there could certainly be a home here.
Continue readingThis weekend’s Premier League fayre begins with a bang on Saturday lunchtime – kick-off 12:30 – as Tottenham host Arsenal at Wembley Stadium in the 162nd North London derby at league level.
Continue readingAfter the recent round of midweek fixtures that saw victories for both Liverpool and Spurs over Huddersfield Town and Manchester United respectively, Sunday’s clash – kick-off 16:30 – could have a significant bearing on both clubs’ finishing position at the end of the Premier League campaign, come May.
Continue readingWe’re firmly into awards season in the various entertainment industries and across the world, artists are being honoured for outstanding work in their specific genres. Over in the UK, the great and the good of British music are about to be recognised by the Brits, an event that was first held here way back in 1977.
Continue readingFirst up for Anthony Joshua this year is a defence of his heavyweight world titles against New Zealand’s Joseph Parker with the fight taking place in Cardiff on March 31st. As the multiple title holder, Joshua is an obvious favourite but there is no doubt that he is coming up against an opponent with a formidable record.
Continue readingDefending any golf tournament is an impressive feat so Hideki Matsuyama’s record at the Phoenix Open is an incredible one. Runner up in 2015, the Japanese won here in Arizona in 2016 and 2017 and is therefore one of the favourites going into the 2018 renewal.
Continue readingThe European Tour continued to provide us with some great drama last weekend at the Dubai Desert Classic where pre-tournament favourite Rory McIlroy blew a two shot lead on the final round to lose out by one stroke to Li Haotong.
Continue readingIn the latest announcement, it’s been confirmed that PaySafeCard has partnered in with the Electronic Sports League (ESL) in a contract that will cover all events under the ESL umbrella moving forward.
Continue readingThe start of a New Year has been the catalyst for a number of new sports sponsorship contracts across the world and we’ve seen new territories at the heart of some of these deals. However, the UK and the English Premier League in particularly are big targets for all financial and iGaming companies and the latest announcement underlines that fact.
Continue readingThe contract sees Ladbrokes renewed as the main commercial partner for all four professional leagues in Scotland and both parties are delighted to keep their relationship going for another two years at least.
Continue readingThe Golden Raspberry Awards, or the Razzies as they are more commonly known, were incepted in 1981 to recognise the worst performances in the film industry over the course of the previous 12 months. Over the years they have gained a cult following and now have a regular, annual place on the award calendar.
Continue readingFollowing Wigan’s 3-0 FA Cup mauling of Eddie Howe’s Premier League Bournemouth side recently, the League One high-flyers have now set sights on David Moyes’ outfit as their next potential victim.
Continue readingContracts continue to be signed but naturally, gambling isn’t an area that sits comfortably with everyone. Youth team football is a particularly touchy subject so perhaps it’s no surprise to see that Newcastle United have taken steps to disassociate their youngsters from the club’s main sponsor.
Continue readingIn the last 12 months, Unibet have perhaps been the most active bookmaker in terms of sports sponsorship contracts. A shirt sponsor deal with historic English football club Aston Villa sat alongside a number of commercial partnerships in the world of cricket as 2017 became one of their busiest years.
Continue readingThe start of a new year has been a catalyst for some notable sponsorship and commercial partnership arrangements for sport and iGaming brands. Brazil has been a focal point with the new season starting up and news has come through regarding a huge boost for football in that country.
Continue readingProfessional wrestling may not be every punter’s idea of a place to make a profit and not every bookmaker chooses to get behind the sport. However, there are many outlets who quote an active set of markets so, when the latest edition of Royal Rumble comes along at the end of January, there are plenty of options to consider.
Continue readingRecent news has told us that the French President Emmanuel Macron has agreed to loan Britain the tapestry and that it will leave the shores of France for the first time in 950 years. It’s likely to go on display here in 2020 but the question for many is where and that’s exactly what the bookmakers are speculating on.
Continue readingSports betting operator Pinnacle were one of the first to embrace the online revolution when they arrived at the early stages of the internet back in 1998. As they celebrate their twentieth anniversary, the company has broken new ground by confirming a first ever brand ambassador.
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