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19 February 2026
15:52 3:52 Thurles
Rusty Harkness
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+110
Lose
-50
In the maiden hurdle, Rusty Harkness looks the one to beat. He took a big step forward when a staying-on third in a competitive Leopardstown maiden hurdle over 2m 5f, suggesting this longer 2m 7f trip will play to his strengths. A first-time hood may help him settle and finish off his race even better. Coming from the Henry de Bromhead yard, he’s open to more improvement than most in this line-up, with Haveanothertry and Barnahash Mason looking the main dangers rather than standouts.
15:18 3:17 Thurles
Open Secret
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+350
Lose
-50
Here I slightly prefer Open Secret over the favourite. He was an emphatic winner of a Naas novice hurdle on heavy ground and then backed that up with a very respectable fourth in a strong 2½m Grade 2 at Cheltenham, which is arguably the best piece of recent form in this small field. The step back into a four-runner Grade 3 should let his cruising speed and stamina really count, and getting 6 lb from Timeless Treaty could be decisive in a tactical race.
14:08 2:07 Thurles
Karia Des Blaises
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 4.00 used instead of 2.62 takenBOG
@+300
Win
150
I’ll side with Karia Des Blaises to win this mares’ novice chase. She’s been running consistently well in good company, including a solid sequence of placed efforts in graded chases, and was travelling strongly when falling late on her reappearance at Limerick, which suggests there’s more to come if she jumps round cleanly. The 2m5f trip on soft-to-heavy ground looks ideal given her proven stamina, and the Willie Mullins/Paul Townend combination has an excellent record with this type at Thurles.
12:00 Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Andrey Rublev
Andrey Rublev
Win Match
50 WIN
@-136
Win
37
I’ll go with Andrey Rublev, but it’s a genuine coin flip. The head-to-head is very close, with Tsitsipas historically holding a small edge. Rublev has been especially good in Doha, winning the title here in the past and generally thriving in these medium-fast hard-court conditions. Tsitsipas has shown flashes of his peak recently but has also had patches of inconsistency and lapses on return, which are dangerous against Rublev’s heavy first serve and relentless forehand. If Rublev keeps his unforced errors under control and maintains his usual baseline intensity, his comfort in Doha and slightly better current momentum tilt this toward him in two tight sets or a three-set battle.
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18 February 2026
20:00 Gran Canaria vs Bilbao
Gran Canaria
Money Line
50 WIN
@-181
Lose
-50
This one is much closer than the table suggests, but I slightly lean Gran Canaria. They are solid at home, yet they’ve been quite up-and-down lately, mixing good EuroCup wins with some heavy league losses in Las Palmas. Gran Canaria’s guard line is in a good rhythm, and they’ve been closing tight games well away from home, which matters in a likely two-possession match. If they can keep Bilbao off the offensive glass and control tempo in the half-court, they will have a small edge.
15:15 3:15 Punchestown
Hows Hannah
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 1.50 used instead of 1.40 takenBOG
@-200
Win
25
Here I prefer How's Hannah. She bolted up in a bumper here last month on soft to heavy ground, winning by a wide margin and proving she relishes a strong gallop and deep ground. Before that she'd already shown plenty in points, and the Willie Mullins team are clearly thinking she's above average for this type of mares' race. Even with a winners' penalty, her proven class and course form give her the edge over Torpille Dagrostis, who looks the main danger after a good second over hurdles.
14:10 2:10 Punchestown
Newbrook Diamond
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+332
Lose
-50
I’ll side with Newbrook Diamond in a good maiden. He’s already put together a series of solid placed efforts in strong Naas and Punchestown maidens, and he has a point-to-point win over chief rival Court Compliance, which suggests he has the raw ability to finish the job today. Heavy/soft ground and this sort of trip look ideal given his staying style and previous runs. If he reproduces his best Naas form and jumps fluently, he can reverse recent blips and finally get his head in front
14:00 Fabian Marozsan vs Andrey Rublev
Andrey Rublev
Win Match
50 WIN
@-161
Win
31
I favour Rublev, but with some respect for the upset risk. Marozsán has already shown he can trouble elite players with his easy power and disguised drop shots, and in short bursts he can absolutely take a set if Rublev’s forehand timing deserts him. Over a full best-of-three, indoors-like hard court, though, Rublev’s heavier serve, brutal inside-out forehand, and higher baseline tempo usually wear opponents down. If he keeps his unforced errors reasonable and stays patient against Marozsán’s variety, his weight of shot and experience in big matches should be enough.
13:40 1:40 Punchestown
Straight John
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTENon runners at 10.0 or more so no R4 deduction
@-303
Win
16
I think Straight John is the one to beat here. He was a strong second over course and distance on heavy ground last time, pulling well clear of the rest and showing he handles testing conditions really well. Gordon Elliott keeps him at the same track and trip, and with Jack Kennedy back on, he looks set to improve again. The market also respects him, and his point/maiden-hurdle profile screams “ready to win a race like this.”
12:00 Daniil Medvedev vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
Daniil Medvedev
Win Match
50 WIN
@-277
Lose
-50
I lean clearly toward Medvedev. Head-to-head, he’s dominated this rivalry on hard courts. His flat backhand, deep return position, and ability to absorb pace have repeatedly exposed Tsitsipas’s backhand and shot selection under pressure. Doha’s conditions suit Medvedev’s counter-punching and long, physical rallies more than they help Stefanos, whose best tennis tends to come when he’s dictating with the forehand on quicker courts or clay. Unless Medvedev has an off day on serve or mentally switches off, his superior consistency and tactical matchup edge should carry him over three sets.
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16 February 2026
18:00 Daniil Medvedev vs Juncheng Shang
Daniil Medvedev
Win Match
50 WIN
@-400
Win
12
Here I strongly lean to Medvedev. Shang is a very talented young left-hander with good feel and movement, and he’s already shown he can trouble higher-ranked players in patches. Medvedev, though, is one of the best hard-court players in the world, with an elite return game, incredible defence and a very effective flat backhand that punishes shorter balls. Unless his level drops significantly or he has physical issues, his experience and tactical discipline should be too much for Shang over best-of-three.
15:00 Jaqueline Cristian vs Victoria Mboko
Victoria Mboko
Win Match
50 WIN
@-499
Void
0
I lean toward Mboko as the seeded player and rising prospect. She’s shown in recent months that she can compete with top-50-level opponents, mixing aggressive baseline hitting with a pretty reliable serve for her age. Cristian is experienced and tough and can punish short balls, but her hard-court results have generally been more modest in top-tier draws. If Mboko handles the occasion well and keeps playing assertive tennis, she has the tools to edge this in a tight match.
14:00 Arthur Fils vs Kamil Majchrzak
Arthur Fils
Win Match
50 WIN
@-227
Win
22
I favour Fils fairly clearly. He’s already established himself as a top-level hard-court player with a big forehand, strong serve, and a lot of athleticism. He tends to thrive in quicker, attacking conditions like Doha. Majchrzak has experience and can be solid from the back, but after his time away from the main tour he’s still rebuilding his ranking and match rhythm. If Fils stays disciplined and doesn’t force too much, his raw power and confidence should see him through.
13:00 Katerina Siniakova vs Paula Badosa
Paula Badosa
Win Match
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
I lean slightly toward Uchijima. She’s generally more comfortable on hard courts, with a solid first serve and a compact baseline game that travels well outdoors. Zakharova has good feel and can be tricky when she finds rhythm, but she’s been more at home on clay and in smaller events. If Uchijima keeps her first-serve percentage high and takes control of the rallies early, she should edge this in two tight sets.
11:30 Jelena Ostapenko vs Anna Kalinskaya
Jelena Ostapenko
Win Match
50 WIN
@+175
Lose
-50
10:00 Leylah Fernandez vs Janice Tjen
Leylah Fernandez
Win Match
50 WIN
@-133
Lose
-50
10:00 Moyuka Uchijima vs Anastasia Zakharova
Moyuka Uchijima
Win Match
50 WIN
@-113
Lose
-50
I lean slightly toward Uchijima. She’s generally more comfortable on hard courts, with a solid first serve and a compact baseline game that travels well outdoors. Zakharova has good feel and can be tricky when she finds rhythm, but she’s been more at home on clay and in smaller events. If Uchijima keeps her first-serve percentage high and takes control of the rallies early, she should edge this in two tight sets.
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15 February 2026
22:45 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am
Scottie Scheffler
50 WIN
@+300
Lose
-50
For the outright winner, I’ll go with the obvious but logical choice: Scottie Scheffler. He arrives as the clear betting favourite, already in form after winning the American Express and finishing near the top in Phoenix in his first two starts of the year. Pebble sets up perfectly for his elite tee-to-green game. He can separate with approach play and still cash plenty of birdie chances on receptive greens. In a Signature Event with an all-star field, his combination of consistency, current form, and course fit gives him more paths to the trophy than anyone else.
Maverick McNealy
1st Round Leader
50 WIN
@+2000
Lose
-50
I’ll take Maverick McNealy as a speculative 1st-round leader. He has a long track record of playing his best golf at Pebble, including a solo 2nd here in 2021 and multiple weeks when he’s shot into the mid-60s on this course. His recent event history shows he consistently beats the field average at Pebble and tends to start fast rather than creeping up from behind. With local comfort, good vibes, and an aggressive scoring profile, he’s exactly the type of player who can post something very low on Day 1.
22:45 Chubb Classic
Miguel Angel Jimenez
50 WIN
@+1400
Lose
-50
At the Chubb Classic, I like Miguel Ángel Jiménez to lift the trophy. He’s coming off the best Champions Tour season of his career, with four wins in 2025 and a stack of top finishes that underline how well he’s still competing in his sixties. He’s now up to 17 career Champions Tour victories, including multiple senior majors, so he’s firmly in that elite tier just behind Langer in this age group. On top of that, his first Champions Tour win came at this very event in Naples, and returning to a course where he’s already shot 17-under for the week makes him a very dangerous proposition again.
20:05 Stade Francais v Toulouse
Toulouse
To Win
50 WIN
@+162
Win
81
Despite playing away, I slightly favour Toulouse. They top the table with the best record and a monstrous points difference, reflecting how dangerous they are both with the ball in hand and defensively. Stade Français are also in the top five, and Jean-Bouin is a real test, so this won’t be easy. Still, with Toulouse’s depth, superior attacking structures, and habit of winning big domestic games, I think they have just a bit too much quality over 80 minutes.
16:00 Vallefoglia W vs Pinerolo W
Vallefoglia W
Win Match
50 WIN
@-303
Win
17
Vallefoglia sit safely in mid-table and have a reasonably balanced attack, whereas Monviso have spent much of the season near the bottom. Monviso’s main chance is to serve aggressively and disrupt Vallefoglia’s middle attack, but they often fade in the second half of sets. With home advantage and slightly higher overall quality, Vallefoglia look good for a 3??"1 victory.
15:45 Tyrone v Cavan
Tyrone
FT Result
50 WIN
@-357
Win
14
I lean Tyrone in Healy Park. Their 0??"1??"1 record doesn’t look great, but a draw with Kildare and a narrow loss to Derry suggest they’re not far off turning performances into wins. They still have a core of experienced players at this level. Cavan, at 0??"2, have also been competitive in spells but haven’t found the scores to finish games, and their confidence may be a bit more fragile. With home advantage, a strong historical record against Cavan in league meetings, and slightly better form indicators, I’d expect Tyrone to find enough scores late on to get off the mark.
15:00 Conegliano W vs Perugia W
Conegliano W to win 3-0
Set Score
50 WIN
@-277
Lose
-50
Conegliano are the dominant force in Italy and one of the best club teams in the world, with a huge positive set and point ratio. Perugia have spent most of the season near the bottom and usually struggle badly versus the big clubs, particularly in reception against heavy serving. Conegliano’s offensive firepower from every rotation tends to break these matches open quickly. A routine 3??"0 home win looks extremely likely.
14:00 Offaly v Cork
Cork
FT Result
50 WIN
@-499
Win
10
This is the clearest game in Division 2 on form: Cork are 2??"0 and top, Offaly 0??"2 and bottom with the worst scoring difference in the group. Cork’s attack has been efficient, if not spectacular, doing enough to grind out wins and keeping games under control in the last quarter. Offaly are still adjusting after promotion and have struggled to contain stronger forward lines over 70 minutes. Unless conditions turn this into a complete lottery, Cork’s extra scoring power and organisation should tell.
14:00 Roscommon v Armagh
Armagh
FT Result
50 WIN
@-200
Lose
-50
I lean Armagh. Their destruction of Monaghan and narrow away loss to Galway have given them the best scoring difference in the division outside the top two, and they look very sharp in transition from defence to attack. Roscommon responded well after the one-point loss to Kerry by beating Monaghan comfortably, and Hyde Park is never an easy venue. Over 70 minutes, though, Armagh’s more explosive forward line and recent habit of posting big tallies make me shade them, even away from home.
13:45 Donegal v Mayo
Mayo
FT Result
50 WIN
@+187
Lose
-50
Top-of-the-table clash and a tight call, but I marginally prefer Mayo. Both teams are 2??"0, yet Mayo’s wins over Galway and Dublin felt a touch more controlled, with a slightly better scoring difference and a stronger defensive display over 70 minutes. Donegal at O’Donnell Park are always physical and clever in how they use the breeze and the pitch, so Mayo will have to handle long spells without the ball. Still, with their running game in good order and multiple scoring threats from play and placed balls, I think Mayo have a tiny edge in big-game experience right now.
09:15 LIV Golf Invitational Adelaide
Elvis Smylie
1st Round Leader
50 WIN
@+2800
Lose
-50
I’ll take a swing at Elvis Smylie as 1st-round leader. He’s coming in absolutely on fire after winning LIV Golf Riyadh, where he went ??"24 over four rounds and closed with a blistering ??"8 final round, so confidence could not be higher. Adelaide is another party-style event with a scoring-friendly setup at The Grange, which suits his aggressive, birdie-hunting mentality perfectly. As a young Aussie riding momentum and playing in front of a supportive crowd in his home country, he’s exactly the type who can spike a super-low opening round.
08:00 LIV Golf Invitational Adelaide
Jon Rahm
50 WIN
@+400
Lose
-50
For the outright winner over the four rounds, I’ll go with Jon Rahm. He just finished solo 2nd in Riyadh and was the overall LIV season champion last year, built on a ridiculous level of consistency even when he wasn’t always converting those chances into wins. Rahm’s combination of driving accuracy, heavy iron play, and elite scoring on par-5s is a perfect recipe for a low-scoring, 72-hole shootout at The Grange. With Niemann, Cameron Smith, Bryson, and others all dangerous, this still feels like a spot where Rahm finally converts recent form into his first individual LIV win of 2026.
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14 February 2026
20:00 Toulon v Clermont
Toulon
To Win
50 WIN
@-416
Lose
-50
I lean toward Toulon at Mayol. The table shows these two are very close (both with nine wins), but Toulon’s home performances are typically more intense, and the crowd there can swing momentum quickly. Clermont have improved compared to last season and carry plenty of attacking threat, yet they’ve still been more up-and-down on the road. If Toulon’s scrum holds up and they win the aerial battle, I’d expect them to take this by a small margin.
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19:30 Busto Arsizio W vs Milano W
Milano W
Win Match
50 WIN
@-833
Win
6
I like Vero Volley Milano here. They are a top team in the league, with a deep roster and strong international-level hitters, while Busto Arsizio are more of a mid-table side. At home, UYBA can definitely lift their level and make individual sets close with strong blocking and defence. Over four or five sets, though, Milano’s superior serving, reception, and bench depth should deliver a 3??"1 away win.
19:00 Dublin v Monaghan
Dublin
FT Result
50 WIN
@-454
Win
11
This is already a relegation-shaped battle with both teams 0??"2, but I still lean Dublin. Their losses to Donegal and Mayo came against the two early pace-setters, and while the performances were below their standard, there’s still more scoring depth and bench impact in this squad than the table suggests. Monaghan have been hit harder, with a very poor scoring difference after heavy defeats to Armagh and Roscommon and some defensive frailty showing up. At Croke Park, under pressure and needing a response, I expect Dublin’s forwards to finally click and drag them over the line.
18:30 Kildare v Derry
Kildare
FT Result
50 WIN
@+200
Lose
-50
I slightly favour Kildare at home. They’ve picked up three points from the first two rounds, with a positive scoring difference that suggests their attack is functioning better than last year. They look more comfortable in Division 2 than on their last visit. Derry are still dangerous after coming down from Division 1 and have already beaten Tyrone, but their results have been patchier and they’re still adjusting to life in the second tier. In Newbridge, Kildare’s athleticism and pace on the break, plus a reasonably confident forward unit, make them a narrow pick.
17:00 Kerry v Galway
Kerry
FT Result
50 WIN
@-303
Lose
-50
I slightly favor Kerry in Tralee. Both sides are 1??"1 after the first two rounds, but Kerry pushed a strong Donegal team away and edged Roscommon, so their performances haven’t been bad despite the split record. At Austin Stack Park they usually bring big energy and tend to improve defensively, squeezing opposition shot quality. Galway have enough forwards to nick it, but Kerry’s home edge and slightly higher ceiling in attack make me lean their way.
17:00 Meath v Louth
Meath
FT Result
50 WIN
@-333
Win
15
Meath come in 2??"0 and joint top of Division 2, and they’ve shown a decent balance between a more direct kicking game and strong running from deep. Louth, at 1??"1, are competitive and tactically smart, but their scoring and concession numbers so far are more middle-of-the-road than promotion-chasing. In Croke Park, Meath’s support and physicality around the middle third should help them control kick-outs and territory. If they avoid cheap turnovers, their superior form and momentum give them the edge.
16:00 THY Spor Kulubu W vs Galatasaray W
Galatasaray W
Win Match
50 WIN
@-400
Win
12
This is a genuine toss-up between two strong sides, but I slightly favour Galatasaray. THY are well-organised and tough defensively, especially at home, so they can definitely stretch the match. Galatasaray, though, have a bit more high-end attacking quality and more options to close out tight ends of sets. I expect a long, high-level battle, with Galatasaray just sneaking it 3??"2.
15:40 3:40 Gowran Park
Impaire Et Passe
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
I’ll side with Impaire Et Passe to win this small-field Grade 2. He’s the class act here with the highest Racing Post/Timeform figures and proven Grade 1??"level ability over intermediate trips, now switching to fences in a race that looks like a gentle stepping-stone. Heavy ground and 2m 3½f should be ideal given his strong-staying hurdling profile. Mullins/Townend around Gowran in graded races is about as solid a combo as it gets. Main danger Sa Fureur is tough and in form, but on peak ability he’s playing catch-up with Impaire Et Passe.
15:35 Bayonne v Racing 92
Racing 92 7.50
Handicap
50 WIN
@-117
Win
43
This is tight, but I slightly favour Racing 92. They’re in the top half with nine wins and a better overall squad depth, while Bayonne are more of a lower-mid-table side with a clearly negative points difference despite their eight wins. Jean Dauger is a tough place to go, and Bayonne’s home form can absolutely tilt this if Racing are loose. But if Racing’s pack fronts up and their half-backs manage the kicking game, their greater attacking firepower should just edge a close one.
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15:35 La Rochelle v Montpellier
La Rochelle
To Win
50 WIN
@-277
Lose
-50
I’ll slightly go for La Rochelle at home, even though Montpellier are higher in the table. Montpellier sit 3rd with a big positive points difference, showing how efficient they’ve been this season, but Stade Rochelais still have a positive difference themselves and are notoriously hard to beat at Marcel-Deflandre. La Rochelle’s power game and maul are usually even more effective in front of their own fans. If they can slow Montpellier’s tempo and turn this into a physical battle, their home edge might just flip the rankings on the day.
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15:35 Perpignan v Pau
Pau
To Win
50 WIN
@+150
Void
0
I favour Pau. They’re having a breakout season, sitting 2nd with 11 wins and one of the best points differences in the league, while Perpignan are 13th with just three wins and a heavily negative differential. Aimé-Giral is never easy, and USAP’s pack will make this a scrap, especially early. But over 80 minutes Pau’s more balanced attack and confidence from their current run should give them enough to win, even away.
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13:30 Bordeaux v Castres
Bordeaux
To Win
50 WIN
@-666
Win
8
I lean towards Bordeaux-Bègles. They’re in the top four with a strong points difference and one of the more dangerous backlines in the league, especially at Stade Chaban-Delmas. Castres sit mid-table with a negative points difference and have been much less convincing away from home. If Bordeaux control territory and keep discipline at the breakdown, their attacking variety should be enough to pull away in the last quarter.
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13:30 New Zealand vs South Africa World Cup
New Zealand
Win Match
50 WIN
@+110
Lose
-50
This is tight, but I slightly favour New Zealand. Both teams are 2??"0, yet the Kiwis have looked a touch more convincing, smashing Afghanistan and then chasing 174 against UAE with a record unbeaten opening stand from Finn Allen and Tim Seifert that showed how destructive their top order is. South Africa were dominant against Canada but then needed a double Super Over to get past Afghanistan, suggesting their batting can still stall against quality bowling. At a typically good batting surface in Ahmedabad, New Zealand’s recent head-to-head edge over the Proteas and their in-form top order make me lean their way in what should be a high-quality clash.
13:00 Besiktas W vs Goztepe W
Besiktas W
Win Match
50 WIN
@-200
Lose
-50
This looks like a tight lower-mid-table battle. Be?ikta? have a bit more firepower in attack and, with home support, should be able to push the tempo more consistently. Göztepe, however, defend well and usually fight hard in long matches, so they can definitely extend this to five sets. I see a very close contest, with Be?ikta? edging it 3??"2.
11:00 Zeren Spor W vs Eczacibasi W
Eczacibasi W
Win Match
50 WIN
@-161
Lose
-50
This is a good matchup, but I lean clearly to Eczacibasi. They have more star power in attack and middle blocking, and their side-out patterns are usually much cleaner against mid-table defenses like Zeren’s. Zeren can absolutely challenge at home and steal a set with aggressive serving. Over time, though, Eczacibasi's experience and higher individual quality on the pins should give them a 3??"1 away win.
08:35 Western Force v Brumbies
Brumbies
To Win
50 WIN
@-121
Win
41
I like Brumbies here. They were again one of the competition’s most consistent outfits in 2025, finishing 3rd with a strong +87 points difference, while Force ended 9th with just four wins and a ??'114 differential, despite the odd big performance in Perth.
06:05 Blues v Chiefs
Chiefs
To Win
50 WIN
@-166
Win
30
Here I slightly favour Chiefs, even at Eden Park. They were the standout regular-season team in 2025, finishing top of the ladder at 11??"3 and then pushing all the way to the final. Blues were inconsistent at 6??"8, sneaking into the knockouts but never really finding a top-gear run.
05:30 Ireland vs Oman World Cup
Ireland
Win Match
50 WIN
@-285
Win
17
I lean clearly towards Ireland. Both sides are 0??"2, but Ireland have at least been competitive at times against stronger opposition, whereas Oman have been outclassed, including a 105-run hammering by Sri Lanka after conceding 225, which exposed their bowling and batting depth. Ireland’s top order, with Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, and Lorcan Tucker, gives them more consistent scoring options. They also have a more proven seam unit led by Mark Adair and Josh Little. On a Colombo pitch at SSC that usually rewards disciplined bowling and smart batting, Ireland’s greater experience and slightly higher ceiling should see them take their first win.
03:35 Fijian Drua v Moana Pasifika
Fijian Drua
To Win
50 WIN
@-303
Lose
-50
I lean towards Fijian Drua, mainly because of the venue. They play this at Churchill Park in Lautoka, where they’ve already shown they can ambush big sides ??" including that memorable 28??"24 upset of the top-of-the-table Chiefs last season ??" and the heat plus crowd create brutal conditions for visitors.
02:30 Denis Shapovalov vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
Denis Shapovalov
Win Match
50 WIN
@-136
Win
37
I’ll side narrowly with Denis Shapovalov. He’s the defending champion in Dallas and has already produced a couple of confident wins this week, suggesting he likes the sightlines and speed here and is rediscovering his aggressive baseline rhythm. Davidovich Fokina is extremely dangerous when he’s locked in and has also looked sharp in earlier rounds, but his level can fluctuate and his serve is less of a weapon. If Shapovalov keeps his unforced-error count under control, his lefty serve and first-strike power give him a slight edge in these conditions.
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13 February 2026
20:00 Leigh Leopards v Leeds Rhinos
Leeds Rhinos
To Win
50 WIN
@+150
Lose
-50
This feels like the tightest game of the round, but I’ll shade it to Leeds. Both sides were top-four calibre in 2025, yet Leeds finished higher and are again talked about as one of the main challengers to Hull KR and Wigan, with a squad that combines proven strike players and a strong youth pipeline. Leigh are widely tipped as dark horses and will be dangerous at home, especially if they get their offloading game flowing. Still, in a Round-1 arm-wrestle, I trust Leeds’ slightly deeper bench and more varied attacking shapes to find a way in the final quarter.
20:00 Warrington Wolves v St Helens
St Helens
To Win
50 WIN
@+110
Lose
-50
This is a good early test, but I slightly prefer St Helens. Saints, under their new coaching setup, are still seen as title contenders and have a stronger core group than their 5th-place finish in 2025 might suggest. Warrington are coming off an underwhelming season with ongoing questions about consistency and depth. St Helens’ defensive standards and big-game experience usually travel well, and they’ve historically handled tight derby-type fixtures better than Warrington. If they control the ruck speed and limit their error count, I’d expect Saints to edge it by a couple of scores.
19:30 Partizan vs Real Madrid
Real Madrid
Money Line
50 WIN
@-227
Win
22
This is one of the trickiest calls, but I’ll still side narrowly with Real Madrid. They’re 16??"11 and on an eight-game winning streak against Partizan, including a 93??"86 win back in October where Edy Tavares dominated with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Partizan (9??"18) are improving, though, with three wins in their last five and a huge defensive step forward in the blowout vs. Panathinaikos, led by Isaac Bonga’s physical two-way play. If Real can tighten up a defense that has recently allowed around 91 points per road game, their superior talent and depth should just about prevail in a hostile Belgrade environment.
19:30 Taylor Fritz vs Sebastian Korda
Taylor Fritz
Win Match
50 WIN
@-166
Win
30
I slightly favor Taylor Fritz in what should be a very tight all-American battle. He’s the top seed, has already battled past Giron, and historically plays some of his best tennis on fast U.S. hard courts, with a big first serve and a flat backhand that really penetrates indoors. Korda’s ball-striking is clean enough to trouble him, and he’s already won tricky matches this week, but he can drift in and out of sets more than Fritz. In likely tiebreak sets, Fritz’s marginally better serve numbers and recent confidence in Dallas tip it in his favor.
19:00 7:00 Dundalk
El Galvino
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@+350
Lose
-50
I’ll take El Galvino to finally break his maiden. He has the joint-best ratings in the field, has been running respectably in decent company, and the forecast has him favourite ahead of ex-jumps types like Ballyadam and Milan Forth, who may lack Flat gears over this trip. El Galvino’s consistent RPRs suggest a solid level of middle-distance ability, and this doesn’t look stronger than recent assignments. If he settles and gets a clean run turning in, his flat experience and stamina should see him home.
18:30 6:30 Dundalk
Friendly Invoice
Daily Racing
50 WIN
@-249
Lose
-50
Here I'm with Friendly Invoice. She's already a course-and-distance winner, is top-rated on official figures, and is odds-on in the Racing Post betting forecast, which tells you how tight this three-runner race is expected to be in her favour. Her profile suggests she has a good blend of early pace and a finishing kick around Dundalk's 6f, whereas main rival Sayonara is still a maiden and has a bit more to prove. In such a small field, tactical speed and track experience should tilt things further towards Friendly Invoice.
18:30 Tallon Griekspoor vs Felix Auger Aliassime
Felix Auger Aliassime
Win Match
50 WIN
@-277
Win
18
This is probably the match of the day, and I still just about lean to Félix Auger-Aliassime. He’s a former champion here and generally one of the best indoor hard-court players on tour when healthy, with a huge serve and forehand combination that fits Rotterdam perfectly. Griekspoor, however, will have a loud home crowd and likes these conditions too, so he absolutely has a live shot, especially if he serves well. In what could be multiple tiebreaks, I’ll trust Félix’s past success at this tournament and slightly heavier baseline game to squeak through.
18:00 Catalan Dragons v Huddersfield Giants
Catalan Dragons
To Win
50 WIN
@-333
Win
15
I lean clearly towards Catalans in Perpignan. Huddersfield finished last in 2025 and come into this season already hit by fresh injury blows to key playmakers Niall Evalds and Adam Clune, which weakens both their kicking game and organisation in attack. Catalans were mid-table last year and are tipped again as a playoff outsider. At home, their pack usually lays a decent platform, even if they’re not quite at the Wigan/Leeds/Hull KR tier. Given Huddersfield’s poor recent record and disruptive injuries, Catalans look the more stable pick.
17:30 5:30 Dundalk
Heartbeat Supreme
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 2.25 used instead of 2.20 takenBOG
@+125
Win
62
I like Heartbeat Supreme to win this maiden. He shaped very well on debut when third against more experienced rivals here over 7f, and now steps up to a mile, which should suit given his strong finish that day. The Racing Post betting forecast has him a short-priced favourite, reflecting that experience edge and an upgrade in trainer power with Joseph O’Brien. With natural improvement from that first run, he looks the standout in what isn’t a deep race.
17:00 5:00 Dundalk
The Liffey
Daily Racing
50 WINNOTEBest Odds Guaranteed SP 4.33 used instead of 3.25 takenBOG
@+333
Win
166
My pick is The Liffey. He’s a former Curragh winner with solid all-weather form and repeatedly high RPRs, and he drops into a claimer here off what looks a very workable weight. The forecast market has him clear favourite ahead of largely exposed types, and Colin Keane taking the ride is a big positive in these tactical mile races. If he runs anywhere near his better Dundalk handicap efforts, he should have too much class at this level.
16:30 Maria Sakkari vs Karolina Muchova
Maria Sakkari
Win Match
50 WIN
@+220
Lose
-50
15:00 Jelena Ostapenko vs Victoria Mboko
Jelena Ostapenko
Win Match
50 WIN
@+200
Lose
-50
13:30 USA vs Netherlands World Cup
Netherlands
Win Match
50 WIN
@-133
Lose
-50
I’m siding with the Netherlands here. They pushed Pakistan hard in their opener and then produced a very professional chase against Namibia, with Bas de Leede starring as an all-rounder and the attack looking nicely balanced. The USA nearly shocked India before being well beaten by Pakistan, and they’re coming into this one under pressure with injury concerns around key players like Ali Khan and Monank Patel, plus a 0??"2 start. With a 3??"0 head-to-head record in T20Is and more big-tournament experience, the Dutch feel like justified favourites in Chennai.
08:35 Waratahs v Reds
Waratahs
To Win
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
This one is tight, but I slightly prefer the Waratahs at home. The Reds were the better side across 2025 (5th on the ladder with a positive points difference versus the Tahs in 8th and ??"134), but they hit Round 1 with a serious injury list: a new halves pairing, key men like Tate McDermott and Harry Wilson missing, and several backs unavailable.
06:05 Highlanders v Crusaders
Crusaders
To Win
50 WIN
@-263
Lose
-50
I clearly lean towards the Crusaders. They’re coming in as defending champions after winning the 2025 title and finishing second on the regular-season ladder at 11??"3. The Highlanders were down in 11th at 3??"11 and are still very much a rebuilding side.
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