shirleyswonderracingbirmingham
My handle is the name of a greyhound at the old Hackney stadium I went to buy. Enjoy greyhound racing local to me is Perry Barr Hove is my favourite track. Tend get involved in Open Races alongside my own greyhounds. Preference for Flat rather than Jumps. I back my selections working to a 200.00 = a point. Endeavour give at least 4 reasons as to why I am backing the selection
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17 August 2025
22:45 BMW Championship
Cameron Young
25 EW
@23.00
Lose
-50
Cameron could squeak into a Ryder Cup place with a good 4 days in the BMW. The winner two weeks ago was backed up by a solid 5th at Southwind. This is a deep field and he could well be involved in current form.
Kurt Kitayama
25 EW
@46.00
Lose
-50
Kurt has performed well since winning 3M. He may enjoy this course setup. A win might just be out of reach in this stellar lineup, but at the odds, a top ten finish is within reach at decent odds.
Ludvig Aberg
25 EW
@19.00
Lose
-50
Seems to be over last season's injuries and has been consistently playing well since winning at Torrey Pines. His strength off the tee will suit this course. With a Ryder Cup spot assured, he can enjoy his golf over the next fortnight.
Rory McIlroy
50 WIN
@8.00
Lose
-50
Rory McIlroy missed last week, so he comes here fresher than most, having not played since Portrush. His game is in a good place, and the course setup will suit.
16:45 Danish Golf Championship
Andy Sullivan
25 EW
@34.00
Lose
-50
Has not had the greatest of years, but on his day, he's a class act. Has a number of top 20 finishes in recent weeks. And finished seventh last weekend and could cause an upset if bringing that form into this.
David Micheluzzi
25 EW
@81.00
Lose
-50
At 80/1, David Micheluzzi could outrun his odds. He's had a wretched season, but last week's tenth-place finish would have done his confidence the world of good. If he can get his putter going, he could well cause a huge upset.
Jacob Skov Olesen
25 EW
@34.00
Lose
-50
Hit the headlines in The Open first round, backed that up when third last weekend. Last week's third in the Nexo showed this youngster has talent in spades, and that was no fluke. Few of these are fighting for Ryder Cup spots, not so Jacob, so he can just go out and play his game.
Matt Wallace
25 EW
@15.00
Lose
-50
A winner of this tournament in the past, Matt is a class act in what looks like a weak field. There's a chance he may sneak into a Ryder Cup spot, and he will be focused on that. It adds pressure, but his game looks in a good place in recent weeks.
Nicolai Hojgaard
100 WIN
@13.00
Lose
-100
He has been in excellent form of late. His overall game is in a good place, and this being a new course levels the playing field. But anything like the form showed in the Scottish and Open Championship can see the Dane in the mix.
16:30 Man Utd v Arsenal
Over 2.50
Total Goals
50 WIN
@1.91
Lose
-50
There are invariably goals in this fixture. Both sides need to improve defensively. Not certain in various matches pre-season, Arsenal have. Thus, I'm expecting both sides to concede, with a win going either way perhaps. I see it being high scoring, over 2.5 goals envisaged, with the odds being considerably shorter.
Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@1.75
Lose
-50
Both sides have scored in two of the last three meetings. But the same issues in defense still look there judged on pre-season matches, and I expect this to end in a scoring draw.
14:00 Chelsea v Crystal Palace
Chelsea
50 WIN
@1.57
Lose
-50
Chelsea finished last season strongly and can pick up where they left off in the summer. Overall, there's strength right across this young squad, and they can get off to the perfect start following their CWC triumph.
Over 2.50
Total Goals
50 WIN
@1.67
Lose
-50
Chelsea will certainly score, but they do tend to concede. Judged on Palace's performance at Wembley this afternoon, I can see them scoring. That victory will have given them confidence, and on that showing, pose a serious threat in front of goal. Home win with BTTS will see this line reached.
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Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@1.80
Lose
-50
Only once in the last 5 meetings have these two not scored one goal apiece. That was back in 2023. Although Palace have not been as active as the hosts in the transfer window, I can see them getting a goal on the counter.
Chelsea & Yes (Result + BTTS)
Result and BTTS
50 WIN
@3.25
Lose
-50
Fully expect Chelsea to win this, and the value could well be BTTS and a home win. They have won 3 of the last 5 meetings, with the other two ending in draws.
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14:00 Nottm Forest v Brentford
Brentford
50 WIN
@3.60
Lose
-50
Number of changes at Forest. They'll do well to better last season's league finish. Brentford continue to surprise. They look huge in this opening fixture. I envisage them being a lot shorter, thus we are getting the value.
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Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@1.70
Win
35
The first game of the season brings rustiness, and I envisage both sides getting on the score sheet. Judged by preseason, there are issues with both defenses. So, I'm expecting goals from both sides.
13:45 Danish Golf Championship
Nicolai Hojgaard
1st Round Leader
25 EW
@26.00
Lose
-50
A new course for everyone this week, and at the odds, Nicolai could give us a run for our money. Judged on recent form here in the UK.
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16 August 2025
17:30 Wolverhampton v Man City
Over 2.50
Total Goals
50 WIN
@1.62
Win
31
Wolves could well struggle this term. Losing Cunha is a huge loss. City can get off to a flyer here. I expect them to win comfortably. Up front, they look by far the stronger of the two. With Rodri returning, a bit more organization and nous will be in City's side. Over 2.5 and Haaland to get on the scoresheet with at least two goals.
Man City (AH) -1.25
Asian Hcap
50 WIN
@2.02
Win
51
Without Cunha, Wolves could be set to struggle this term. No way City can be worse than last term, and the returning Rodri and Haaland back to full fitness can see the visitors get all three points. Value may lie in the Asian Handicap market. City have won 4 and lost 1 in the last 5 matches between the two sides.
15:00 Brighton v Fulham
Brighton
50 WIN
@1.91
Lose
-50
Brighton continue to overachieve. Although their head-to-head record in the last 5 fixtures between these two is not great (1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses), I expect them to buck the trend here. They've been active in the transfer window.
Under 10.00
Total Corners
50 WIN
@2.00
Win
50
15:00 Sunderland v West Ham
Over 2.50
Total Goals
50 WIN
@1.91
Win
46
At the prices, I am splitting stakes between the draw and Sunderland, as the Hammers, I feel, will struggle this term and Sunderland could surprise. Both defenses could well be breached. Over 2.5 goals looks the value here. Two of the last 5 meetings between the two saw this bet collect.
Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@1.70
Lose
-50
The Black Cats' first game is against a Hammers side who could be set to struggle this season, such is their propensity to concede. They have not looked overall convincing pre-season. In all fairness, neither have the hosts. Envisage this being a scoring draw.
Under 10.00
Total Corners
50 WIN
@1.85
Lose
-50
15:00 Tottenham v Burnley
Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@2.00
Lose
-50
Spurs looked a mess pre-season. If playing like they did against Bayern, the same defensive frailties exist. Son will leave a huge hole. I can see them scoring, but such is their defensive issues, I can see Burnley getting a goal. BTTS and a generous-looking evens is the call.
Under 10.50
Total Corners
50 WIN
@1.90
Lose
-50
12:30 Aston Villa v Newcastle
Draw
50 WIN
@3.60
Win
130
Both sides exceeded expectations last term. I expect them once again contending for the top 8. I envisage this being a scoring draw. Both sides have had a poor pre-season. Head to heads: The Magpies won 3 of the last 5, drawn one, and lost one.
Yes (BTTS)
Both Teams to Score
50 WIN
@1.53
Lose
-50
Newcastle have not had the greatest pre-season in their results, plus issues surrounding Isak are not helping morale. I expect an entertaining game nonetheless, and a high-scoring draw is the prediction. Thus, this would see this bet attained.
Under 10.50
Total Corners
50 WIN
@1.91
Win
46
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15 August 2025
20:00 Liverpool v Bournemouth
Liverpool
50 WIN
@1.33
Win
17
This is being put up nearly 2 weeks prior as I envisaged Liverpool's price being considerably shorter. Unlike The Cherries, Liverpool have done some very shrewd business during the summer transfer window. Attacking-wise, they prove far too strong for the visitors. Liverpool have won the last 5 fixtures between the two sides.
Over 2.50
Total Goals
50 WIN
@1.44
Win
22
Liverpool certainly have goals in them, judged on the Charity Shield performance in 90 minutes. But again, conceding needless goals. Love Isak, but another defender wouldn't go amiss. It would be no surprise to see The Cherries nick a goal and a home win going overs.
Liverpool - Liverpool
Half Time / Full Time
50 WIN
@1.95
Win
47
Liverpool should be too strong by some distance for the visitors, who have doubts in the transfer market on key players, unlike Liverpool. I feel Liverpool will set the marker, and at a shade of odds on, it looks like value.
Under 10.50
Total Corners
50 WIN
@2.00
Lose
-50
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14 August 2025
20:00 8:00 Windsor
Mr Swivell
Daily Racing
25 EWNB
@5.00
Lose
-50
Has won three times and runner-up twice since arriving from James Ferguson's stable. Streps is up in trip this evening and is versatile in the way he's ridden. He can race off the front end or come from behind. Upped six pounds for that front-running display at Wolverhampton last time and could well be ahead of the revised mark still.
19:30 7:30 Windsor
First Officer
Daily Racing
25 EW
@19.00
Lose
-50
Never figured on last run but had won prior at Newmarket. This is a very open contest. Recent course form leaves a lot to be desired. 4, 7, 8, but did win here back in spring of last year. Has ability. The trainer is in good form, and Joanna might just get the best out of him. She is riding superbly at present. At 18/1, looks biggish to me. I envisaged 14/1.
19:00 7:00 Windsor
Chalk Mountain
Daily Racing
25 EW
@10.00
Lose
-50
Has finished in the place in 5 of his last 6 races, and one can put a line through the run at Chester last time when meeting trouble. This is tougher, but I cannot envisage him out of the places in a race that should be run to suit. Holds couple of entries in the next week
18:00 6:00 Windsor
Spirit Of Leros
Daily Racing
25 EWNAPR4Deductions based on standard industry rates given the odds of each withdrawn horse at time of first withdrawal following your betNR
@23.00
Void
0
Has not progressed since winning two races as a juvenile and the handicapper has been slow to release his grip. But went off second favorite on the last run, so better was obviously expected. Mark has dropped from 90 since January of this year, and I like the booking of Joanne Mason. The stable has had 3 winners since July 31st, ticking along nicely, and this one looks very much overpriced. This race looks a lot easier than what he contested at Doncaster on the last run when never really getting involved. When I priced up this race, I had him at 10/1, so 22/1 is incredible value, especially if first-time blinkers spark improvement.
17:30 5:30 Windsor
Renesmee
Daily Racing
25 EW
@15.00
Lose
-50
Has proved to be a different horse since arriving at the stable and has yet to be out of the first 4 in six starts. Nicely weighted and in good form. Still reasonably well handicapped at present despite two wins and has won off a mark of 70 before. Has run here once back in September 2024, finishing second when not getting the clearest of runs and had no chance with the winner that day. 14/1 is a serious discrepancy on recent form. My pricing of the race had him at 8/1, so getting 6 points bigger is value.
17:00 5:00 Windsor
Brave Nation
Daily Racing
25 EW
@8.00
Lose
-50
Excellent competitive card this evening, and Brave Nation on these terms should reverse form with Rosepur. Not beaten out of the first 4 in 5 starts this season, will need luck in running, but I envisaged around 5/1, so at 7/1, getting a bit of value.
Subtotal-250
13 August 2025
15:00 Southern Brave vs Northern Superchargers The Hundred
Southern Brave
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.80
Lose
-50
11:30 Southern Brave Women vs Northern Superchargers Women The Hundred
Southern Brave Women
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.80
Win
40
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12 August 2025
19:45 Bristol City v Milton Keynes Dons
Bristol City
50 WIN
@1.73
Win
37
City were hugely impressive in their 4-1 away win at Hillsborough. There was no fluke about it. As this is the early stage of the season, heading into week 2, I can see them naming a strong first eleven despite the league being a priority. As I envisaged them being considerably shorter, even at 8/11, they look valuable. MK Dons have been active in the transfer window but may take their squad time to gel.
19:45 Wrexham v Hull
Wrexham
50 WIN
@2.50
Lose
-50
Wrexham will be bitterly disappointed after playing superbly for 90 minutes to concede two late goals against Southampton. But I expect them to bounce back with a win against a Hull side whose quality in front of goal looks to have continued over from last season, judged on their opening performance in the opening fixture last Saturday against Coventry.
19:30 Middlesbrough v Doncaster
Middlesbrough
50 WIN
@2.00
Lose
-50
Interesting to see which side turns out for Middlesbrough with the Championship and promotion as the main aim. That said, it's only the second match of the season. I'm expecting a strong first eleven, which makes even money look very attractive. I envisaged odds on. There's a huge gap in class between the two sides.
18:30 Birmingham Phoenix vs Oval Invincibles The Hundred
Oval Invincibles
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.83
Lose
-50
15:00 3:00 Lingfield
Dannick
Daily Racing
119 EWNAPR4Deductions based on standard industry rates given the odds of each withdrawn horse at time of first withdrawal following your betNR
@15.00
Void
0
Having got 9/2 seeing Dannick backed into 6/5 last Thursday, the run was too bad to be true. Thought Tom Queally rode such a race, staggered stewards didn't call him in to ask his riding instructions as the way he was ridden defies belief. The trainer, when asked, said it was the ground, but seeing as he's run okay on it before, seems a very poor excuse indeed. Tomorrow's race is arguably tougher, but we should get a price, and as such, makes each way appeal with 4 places on offer. Rhys has ridden him before when going down in a photo here. There should be a strong pace which will suit. I'm prepared to give him another chance on a surface he's gone well on before. Not as exposed as some of these.
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15:00 Birmingham Phoenix Women vs Oval Invincibles Women The Hundred
Oval Invincibles Women
Win Match
50 WIN
@1.91
Win
46
03:00 CON Sun @ GS Valkyries
GS Valkyries
Money Line
50 WIN
@1.25
Win
12
00:05 MIN Twins @ NY Yankees
NY Yankees
Money Line
84 WIN
@1.62
Win
52
Subtotal-3
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