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Get In The Game - with Nigel Ridgway of bet 365 :: *UK Edition*
Written by: Nigel Ridgway (2004-08-12 00:05:05)
Barclaycard Premiership
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Starts Sat Aug 14
Another Premiership season is nearly upon us, and although Arsenal ran away with the title last season, it is Chelsea who are fancied to pip them this term. Of course, Arsenal will still be right up there, but the news of Patrick Vieira's wish to move to Spain makes it tough to side with the Gunners at the current price of 6/5. They still have the same nucleus of the squad that were unbeaten last season but there is no doubt that without Vieira they are not as strong. Thierry Henry may well bring the same amount of brilliance that he brought to the Premiership last season, but if he doesn't and struggles to make another 37 League starts, you might wonder where the goals are going to come from? Furthermore the loss of Sol Campbell until sometime in September to injury leaves a rather large gaping hole in defence that will be tough to fill.
There is a lot to like about Chelsea's chances, although their price of 2/1 doesn't quite compare to the double figure quotes available before last season in the days prior to Abramovich's arrival. Last season's charge to second pace and an appearance in the Champion's League semi-finals at Arsenal's expense clearly showed that the London club are now a major force in the Premiership and a challenge to the 'big two' of old. What's more they look to be a progressive unit, and although they were good last season they can be expected to be even better this season under Jose Mourinho, especially if he can put belief into the squad like he did with the players at Porto. Most of last season's players remain, but can only be enhanced by the new signings. Paulo Ferreira is a very good full-back while at the other end the arrival of Didier Drogba and Mateja Kezman should be a major upgrade to the striking force.
Alex Ferguson's Manchester United must do without several key players for the first few weeks of the season, including Ruud Van Nistlerooy who will be absent until September, while they also look vulnerable in midfield. Despite their previous record of always bouncing back after a disappointing season, the current price of 5/2 is not a big enough temptation to warrant support. Of the rest it is almost impossible to imagine the Premiership being won by anyone other than the market leaders.
The battle for fourth place and the automatic Champion's League place that goes with it can be won by Middlesbrough, who have bought brilliantly over the summer. Last season's Carling Cup winners have bought in the likes of Reizeger, Viduka and Hasselbaink as they prepare for a UEFA Cup campaign. They can be backed at 12/1 in our 'Without Arsenal Chelsea and Man Utd' market. For Relegation, Southampton look better value at 8/1 than the promoted trio. The Saints are by no means certain to keep James Beattie, or manager Paul Sturrock for that matter - now 7/1 in our 'Sack Race' market.
Premiership prices... Arsenal 6/5, Chelsea 2/1, Man Utd 5/2, Liverpool 14/1, others on bet365 website. Each way � 1.2.3.
Chelsea v Man Utd
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Su Aug 15 - 16.05 BEST ko (SS1)
Chelsea can hit the ground running with a win over United at Stamford Bridge this Sunday, a game that is going to have a massive impact in the rest of the season. If last weeks' performance in the Community Shield is anything to go by, United are going to struggle to find the extra couple of gears that will be required to get off the mark against Chelsea. Apart from Alan Smith's superb equalising goal there was little encouragement for United fans, and it is not difficult to see Mourinho's side exploiting the apparent lack of cohesion shown by the United back-line in Cardiff. Back Chelsea at 6/5 to take all three points, and then take advantage our fantastic FREE IN-RUNNING BET on the game.
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match prices... Chelsea 6/5, Draw 11/5, Man Utd 9/4.
Great St Wilfrid Handicap, Ripon 6f
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Sat Aug 14
The revitalized Jonny Ebeneezer looks the best bet to land this prestigious sprint handicap (15.15). His four latest wins have all been achieved in the last three weeks, and he showed no sign of going off the boil when bolting in over this trip on good to soft ground at Windsor on Monday night. Despite a 4lb penalty for that win, the David Flood trained gelding is actually 'well-in' on Saturday, being able to race off a mark of 83, still 3lb below his highest successful rating achieved at Goodwood nearly two years ago. He will be better suited than some by the likely easy ground, as will Cd Europe, who had no luck in running in the Steward's Cup last month, doing really well to finish tenth, not beaten far. Dropped a few pounds since to a mark from which he was successful last November, he looks the value alternative to the favourite. Confidence in either horse's chances would be increased by a draw next to either rail, with recent stats suggesting that horses drawn in the middle berth having a major disadvantage.
Gt St Wilfrid prices... Jonny Ebeneezer 6/1, Mutawaqed 7/1, Machinist 8/1, Pic Up Sticks 9/1, Cd Europe 14/1, others on bet365 website.
CHANNEL 4 OFFER
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Back a winner at 4/1 or over in the above race, or in any of the following live Channel 4 races on Saturday, and have a free bet to the same stake (up to �50) on the next live Channel 4 race. If your free bet wins too at 4/1 or over, have another free bet on the next live race, and so on:-
Newbury: 13.55; 14.25; 14.55.
Newmarket: 14.40; 15.15
Ripon: 15.25 (St Wilfrid).
US PGA Championship
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Th Aug 12 - 19.00 BST (SS1)
Fr Aug 13 - 19.00 BST (SS2)
Sa Aug 14 - 16.00 BST (SS2)
Su Aug 15 - 16.00 BST (SS2)
The final Major of the season is being played at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, a brand new course designed along the lines of a classic British links course, being located on the shores of the wind swept Lake Michigan. At over 7,500 yards it is also the longest course in Major championship history, and if the wind blows a score over par, maybe well over par, is almost certainly expected to win the tournament. In fact, a 'Winning Score' of 290 (2 over par) and over is favourite at 7/4 here at bet365. For the winner a case can be made for a whole number of players including Tiger Woods, who looked near to peaking again in his last event, and Phil Mickelson, who has successfully geared his season around the Majors (1st, 2nd and 3rd this season). Ernie Els and Vijay Singh will have their supporters too, but they could all be bigger prices in our In-Running market, and the pre-tournament value could lie elsewhere?
There is a strong contingent of Australians in with a chance this week, and the boys from down under may well be inspired to lift their games further by compatriot Rod Pampling's win in Colorado on Sunday. Adam Scott has already won twice in the States this year, and his superb long-iron play could be the key on a course with three par fours over 500 yards. He does lack 'links' form, however, and at the prices the chances of fellow Aussie Stuart Appleby are preferred. Having reached an Open play-off back in 2002, and with a good effort in last year's Australian Open on the similarly styled Moonah Links course, he looks ideally suited to cope with the rigours of Whistling Straits. He also fits the profile of previous USPGA winners - a player in his thirties winning his first Major having won on the regular Tour - while his record in this event has been most consistent - 23-17-16-4 in the last four years! He looks worthy of support, not only in our outright market, but also in our 'Top Rest Of World' market at 14/1.
The stats are strongly against a European win this week, with none having won this Major since the event became a strokeplay event back in 1958. In fact the last time a European won a major of any description was back in 1999, when Paul Lawrie took the Open Championship. However, the European contingent will take heart from the links layout of this course, and the likes of Garcia and Harrington must have a great shout on a course that will demand shotmaking flair and a great touch around the greens, just their sort of game. Another European player with strong credentials this week is Alex Cejka, who gave European Ryder Cup captain Bernhard Langer a timely reminder of his talents with a superb second place in the International on Sunday. Cejka was also top European in last year's US PGA, so August would seem to be his month, while his length and accurate driving will be a major asset this week, and he looks value at 20/1 in our 'Top European' market.
The tournament within a tournament this week is certainly the race for the Ryder Cup team, with as many as seven spots on the US team still up for grabs. That race must end on Sunday, which gives John Daly a bigger incentive than most to perform well this week. He is currently 20th in the standings, and probably requires the captains pick to get into the team, but he must be relishing the prospect of tackling the longest course in major history, as no one hits the ball further than him. This is also the tournament in which he made history back in 1991, when he arrived at Crooked Stick as ninth reserve, and proceeded to tear the field apart with an awesome display of power and finesse to take the title. Four years later he added the Open at St Andrews to his Major portfolio, and it must hurt that he is the only double Major winner who has not played in a Ryder Cup. He will not be phased by being paired with Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh over the first two days, and will not want for the support of the galleries either, so he looks a fair bet to outscore his two opponents in 3-ball bets, and should also be supported in our 'Top American' market at 33/1.
Get in the game and be lucky!
Nigel.
Please be aware that prices are subject to change. All times are subject to change. Check local listings for TV coverage on these events
NIGEL RIDGWAY, an experienced punter and betting shop owner of many years, believes that "The key to successful gambling is getting value for money." Nigel was once forced by local bookmakers, to stop writing a tipping column in a UK newspaper, because he was costing them a fortune. Find out what offers and lines are hot at bet
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Get In The Game - with Nigel Ridgway of bet 365 :: *UK Edition*
Written by: Nigel Ridgway (2004-08-12 00:05:05)
Barclaycard Premiership
*******************
Starts Sat Aug 14
Another Premiership season is nearly upon us, and although Arsenal ran away with the title last season, it is Chelsea who are fancied to pip them this term. Of course, Arsenal will still be right up there, but the news of Patrick Vieira's wish to move to Spain makes it tough to side with the Gunners at the current price of 6/5. They still have the same nucleus of the squad that were unbeaten last season but there is no doubt that without Vieira they are not as strong. Thierry Henry may well bring the same amount of brilliance that he brought to the Premiership last season, but if he doesn't and struggles to make another 37 League starts, you might wonder where the goals are going to come from? Furthermore the loss of Sol Campbell until sometime in September to injury leaves a rather large gaping hole in defence that will be tough to fill.
There is a lot to like about Chelsea's chances, although their price of 2/1 doesn't quite compare to the double figure quotes available before last season in the days prior to Abramovich's arrival. Last season's charge to second pace and an appearance in the Champion's League semi-finals at Arsenal's expense clearly showed that the London club are now a major force in the Premiership and a challenge to the 'big two' of old. What's more they look to be a progressive unit, and although they were good last season they can be expected to be even better this season under Jose Mourinho, especially if he can put belief into the squad like he did with the players at Porto. Most of last season's players remain, but can only be enhanced by the new signings. Paulo Ferreira is a very good full-back while at the other end the arrival of Didier Drogba and Mateja Kezman should be a major upgrade to the striking force.
Alex Ferguson's Manchester United must do without several key players for the first few weeks of the season, including Ruud Van Nistlerooy who will be absent until September, while they also look vulnerable in midfield. Despite their previous record of always bouncing back after a disappointing season, the current price of 5/2 is not a big enough temptation to warrant support. Of the rest it is almost impossible to imagine the Premiership being won by anyone other than the market leaders.
The battle for fourth place and the automatic Champion's League place that goes with it can be won by Middlesbrough, who have bought brilliantly over the summer. Last season's Carling Cup winners have bought in the likes of Reizeger, Viduka and Hasselbaink as they prepare for a UEFA Cup campaign. They can be backed at 12/1 in our 'Without Arsenal Chelsea and Man Utd' market. For Relegation, Southampton look better value at 8/1 than the promoted trio. The Saints are by no means certain to keep James Beattie, or manager Paul Sturrock for that matter - now 7/1 in our 'Sack Race' market.
Premiership prices... Arsenal 6/5, Chelsea 2/1, Man Utd 5/2, Liverpool 14/1, others on bet365 website. Each way � 1.2.3.
Chelsea v Man Utd
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Su Aug 15 - 16.05 BEST ko (SS1)
Chelsea can hit the ground running with a win over United at Stamford Bridge this Sunday, a game that is going to have a massive impact in the rest of the season. If last weeks' performance in the Community Shield is anything to go by, United are going to struggle to find the extra couple of gears that will be required to get off the mark against Chelsea. Apart from Alan Smith's superb equalising goal there was little encouragement for United fans, and it is not difficult to see Mourinho's side exploiting the apparent lack of cohesion shown by the United back-line in Cardiff. Back Chelsea at 6/5 to take all three points, and then take advantage our fantastic FREE IN-RUNNING BET on the game.
FREE �25 IN-RUNNING BET
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To qualify for your free In-Running bet, simply have ANY bet on the game before kick off. Once the second half kicks off we will match your stake (up to �25/$40 or currency equivalent), and give you a free bet to place on the In-Running market of your choice.
You can choose form the following TEN In-Running markets: Match Betting; Next Goalscorer; Over/Under Goals;Team Not To Win; Correct Score; Next Goal; Total Corners; Total Bookings; Next Card; and Team To Score Next Penalty. To claim your free bet please ensure it is placed during the Second Half.
match prices... Chelsea 6/5, Draw 11/5, Man Utd 9/4.
Great St Wilfrid Handicap, Ripon 6f
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Sat Aug 14
The revitalized Jonny Ebeneezer looks the best bet to land this prestigious sprint handicap (15.15). His four latest wins have all been achieved in the last three weeks, and he showed no sign of going off the boil when bolting in over this trip on good to soft ground at Windsor on Monday night. Despite a 4lb penalty for that win, the David Flood trained gelding is actually 'well-in' on Saturday, being able to race off a mark of 83, still 3lb below his highest successful rating achieved at Goodwood nearly two years ago. He will be better suited than some by the likely easy ground, as will Cd Europe, who had no luck in running in the Steward's Cup last month, doing really well to finish tenth, not beaten far. Dropped a few pounds since to a mark from which he was successful last November, he looks the value alternative to the favourite. Confidence in either horse's chances would be increased by a draw next to either rail, with recent stats suggesting that horses drawn in the middle berth having a major disadvantage.
Gt St Wilfrid prices... Jonny Ebeneezer 6/1, Mutawaqed 7/1, Machinist 8/1, Pic Up Sticks 9/1, Cd Europe 14/1, others on bet365 website.
CHANNEL 4 OFFER
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Back a winner at 4/1 or over in the above race, or in any of the following live Channel 4 races on Saturday, and have a free bet to the same stake (up to �50) on the next live Channel 4 race. If your free bet wins too at 4/1 or over, have another free bet on the next live race, and so on:-
Newbury: 13.55; 14.25; 14.55.
Newmarket: 14.40; 15.15
Ripon: 15.25 (St Wilfrid).
US PGA Championship
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Th Aug 12 - 19.00 BST (SS1)
Fr Aug 13 - 19.00 BST (SS2)
Sa Aug 14 - 16.00 BST (SS2)
Su Aug 15 - 16.00 BST (SS2)
The final Major of the season is being played at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, a brand new course designed along the lines of a classic British links course, being located on the shores of the wind swept Lake Michigan. At over 7,500 yards it is also the longest course in Major championship history, and if the wind blows a score over par, maybe well over par, is almost certainly expected to win the tournament. In fact, a 'Winning Score' of 290 (2 over par) and over is favourite at 7/4 here at bet365. For the winner a case can be made for a whole number of players including Tiger Woods, who looked near to peaking again in his last event, and Phil Mickelson, who has successfully geared his season around the Majors (1st, 2nd and 3rd this season). Ernie Els and Vijay Singh will have their supporters too, but they could all be bigger prices in our In-Running market, and the pre-tournament value could lie elsewhere?
There is a strong contingent of Australians in with a chance this week, and the boys from down under may well be inspired to lift their games further by compatriot Rod Pampling's win in Colorado on Sunday. Adam Scott has already won twice in the States this year, and his superb long-iron play could be the key on a course with three par fours over 500 yards. He does lack 'links' form, however, and at the prices the chances of fellow Aussie Stuart Appleby are preferred. Having reached an Open play-off back in 2002, and with a good effort in last year's Australian Open on the similarly styled Moonah Links course, he looks ideally suited to cope with the rigours of Whistling Straits. He also fits the profile of previous USPGA winners - a player in his thirties winning his first Major having won on the regular Tour - while his record in this event has been most consistent - 23-17-16-4 in the last four years! He looks worthy of support, not only in our outright market, but also in our 'Top Rest Of World' market at 14/1.
The stats are strongly against a European win this week, with none having won this Major since the event became a strokeplay event back in 1958. In fact the last time a European won a major of any description was back in 1999, when Paul Lawrie took the Open Championship. However, the European contingent will take heart from the links layout of this course, and the likes of Garcia and Harrington must have a great shout on a course that will demand shotmaking flair and a great touch around the greens, just their sort of game. Another European player with strong credentials this week is Alex Cejka, who gave European Ryder Cup captain Bernhard Langer a timely reminder of his talents with a superb second place in the International on Sunday. Cejka was also top European in last year's US PGA, so August would seem to be his month, while his length and accurate driving will be a major asset this week, and he looks value at 20/1 in our 'Top European' market.
The tournament within a tournament this week is certainly the race for the Ryder Cup team, with as many as seven spots on the US team still up for grabs. That race must end on Sunday, which gives John Daly a bigger incentive than most to perform well this week. He is currently 20th in the standings, and probably requires the captains pick to get into the team, but he must be relishing the prospect of tackling the longest course in major history, as no one hits the ball further than him. This is also the tournament in which he made history back in 1991, when he arrived at Crooked Stick as ninth reserve, and proceeded to tear the field apart with an awesome display of power and finesse to take the title. Four years later he added the Open at St Andrews to his Major portfolio, and it must hurt that he is the only double Major winner who has not played in a Ryder Cup. He will not be phased by being paired with Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh over the first two days, and will not want for the support of the galleries either, so he looks a fair bet to outscore his two opponents in 3-ball bets, and should also be supported in our 'Top American' market at 33/1.
Get in the game and be lucky!
Nigel.
Please be aware that prices are subject to change. All times are subject to change. Check local listings for TV coverage on these events
NIGEL RIDGWAY, an experienced punter and betting shop owner of many years, believes that "The key to successful gambling is getting value for money." Nigel was once forced by local bookmakers, to stop writing a tipping column in a UK newspaper, because he was costing them a fortune. Find out what offers and lines are hot at bet
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