Skip to content

Selected viewAlex Dudley Change category or expert

Expert analysis by

Alex Dudley

VegasOdds contributor

Alex has covered huge sporting events for various websites and publications. He has attended football European Championships, Rugby League and Union World Cups, and the Paralympics. Alex is dedicated to giving the most insightful tips for VegasOdds readers and specialises in horse racing, soccer, golf and basketball.

Latest analysis

Soccer Insight

Bournemouth vs. Everton Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Toffees to Continue Strong Start to the Season at +258?

Bournemouth +111 The Draw +255 Everton +258 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 -112/-104 Bournemouth vs. Everton EPL Preview Everton will be hoping to maintain their excellent start to the 2026-27 Premier League season on August 29 when they travel to the Vitality Stadium to take on Bournemouth. The Cherries will be preferred at the best soccer […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Reds to Storm to Win on Iraola’s Anfield Debut

Match Result Odds Liverpool -201 The Draw +390 Nottingham Forest +513 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 -104/-112 Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest EPL Preview The first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season at Anfield is set for August 29, as Liverpool bid to bounce back from an opening day draw against Newcastle when they face Nottingham […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Crystal Palace vs. Man City Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Citizens Vulnerable Favorites at Odds-On?

Match Result Odds Crystal Palace +415 The Draw +325 Man City -154 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +116/-132 Crystal Palace vs. Man City EPL Preview The second weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League season gets underway at Selhurst Park on August 28, as Man City bid to build on an opening weekend win against Bournemouth. The […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Golf Insight

TOUR Championship Picks: 3 Players to Finish in the Top 10

The final event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs is set for this weekend. A hugely competitive final competition of the PGA Tour season is expected, and Scottie Scheffler is likely to be a clear favorite at the best golf betting sites. However, there will be areas of value when making TOUR Championship picks this weekend, […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Best Leagues Cup Quarterfinal Picks This Week — Bet This +1200 Parlay

The 2026 Leagues Cup resumes this week, as the quarterfinal stage gets underway on Tuesday. Cross-competition matchups between teams from the MLS and Liga MX will see four spots in the semi-finals up for grabs, with a standout clash between Chicago Fire and CF Monterrey set for SeatGeek Stadium. There is potential value in the […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Formula 1 Insight

Italian Grand Prix Picks, Odds & Preview (Sep 6)

The Formula 1 action in Europe continues at the start of September, as the fifth-oldest motorsport event on the global schedule is set for the Autodrome Nazionale Monza. The Italian Grand Prix will be a pivotal race in the battle for the Drivers’ Championship, with Kimi Antonelli aiming to bounce back to winning form. You […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Golf Insight

TOUR Championship Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Aug 27-30)

The season-ending action on the PGA Tour concludes in Atlanta at East Lake Golf Club this week, as the final event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs will be contested. Scottie Scheffler will be a dominant favorite with the best golf betting sites. But, could Scheffler be a vulnerable favorite in the final event on the […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Nascar Insight

Coke Zero Sugar 400 Picks, NASCAR Odds & Betting Preview (Aug 29)

The final regular season race on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule for 2026 is set for August 29, as the Coke Zero Sugar 400 is staged at the historic Daytona International Speedway. There will be huge pressure on many drivers as the hunt for a playoff place reaches its conclusion. You can find our Coke […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Best EPL Props Picks This Weekend — Bet on This +900 Goalscorer Selection

The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off this weekend, and a busy schedule will see Arsenal open their championship defense against Coventry City. Manchester United travel to newly promoted Hull City, while Ipswich have a winnable opening-day home clash against Sunderland. The standout fixture in the opening round will see Liverpool travel to Newcastle United […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Alabama Stakes Picks – Counting Stars to Make History at the Spa (Aug 22)

History could be made at Saratoga this weekend, as Counting Stars bids to become just the fifth horse to win the Acron, Coaching Club, and Alabama Stakes in the same season. The superstar filly has already secured her spot at the Breeders’ Cup but her odds could shorten with the best horse racing betting sites […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Pacific Classic Stakes Picks – Japanese Raider Set to Cause an Upset at Del Mar (Aug 22)

Del Mar hosts Win and You’re In for the Breeders’ Cup this Saturday, as a field of eleven go to post for the G1 Pacific Classic Stakes. It will be a competitive betting heat at the best horse racing betting sites, with Knightsbridge expected to be a warm favorite. But, which horse will earn their […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Best MLS Bets & Parlay Picks For This Weekend (Aug 22-23)

A busy week of MLS action concludes this weekend, as all teams across the Eastern and Western Conferences will be in action. There will be a range of value plays after considering the MLS betting odds and you can find our MLS picks and parlay bets for this weekend’s action here.   MLS Parlay Picks […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Golf Insight

NEXO Championship Picks, Odds & Betting Preview (Aug 20-23)

DP World Tour action is set for Scotland this weekend, as the NEXO Championship will be staged at Trump International Golf Links. A competitive field has been assembled for the European Tour event, which boasts a purse of $3 million. You can find the odds available at the best golf betting sites and our picks […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Golf Insight

BMW Championship Picks: 3 Players to Finish in the Top 10

The second of the three FedEx Cup Playoff events on the PGA Tour is set for this weekend, as the BMW Championship is set for Bellerive Golf Course. Betting on the event will be hugely popular at the best golf betting sites but, which players could prove to be value players when making picks to […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Fulham vs. Chelsea Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Blues to Make a Winning Start to the Season Under Alonso at -106

Match Result Odds Fulham +279 The Draw +290 Chelsea -106 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +108/-124 Fulham vs. Chelsea EPL Preview The final fixture on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League season is set for Craven Cottage on August 24, 2026. Chelsea will be heavily favored to make a winning start to the new […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Newcastle vs. Liverpool Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Magpie Misery to Continue as Reds Favored at -111

Match Result Odds Newcastle +269 The Draw +296 Liverpool -111 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 -132/+116 Newcastle vs. Liverpool EPL Preview One of the most historic rivalries in English top-flight history kicks off the 2026-27 Premier League season at St. James’ Park on August 23. Liverpool will be heavily fancied at the best soccer betting sites […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Brighton vs. Aston Villa Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — High-Scoring Clash at the Amex Stadium Appeals at +100

Match Result Odds Brighton +125 The Draw +273 Aston Villa +210 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +100/-116 Brighton vs. Aston Villa EPL Preview Interesting action from the Amex Stadium is set for the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League season, as Brighton host Aston Villa. The hosts will be narrowly preferred at the best soccer […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Man City vs. Bournemouth Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Citizens Vulnerable -210 Favs in Maresca’s First Match at the Etihad?

Match Result Odds Man City -210 The Draw +398 Bournemouth +535 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +116/-132 Man City vs. Bournemouth EPL Preview Enzo Maresca will be chasing a perfect start to the 2026-27 Premier League season after losing heavily in last weekend’s Community Shield. Man City will be heavily favored at the best soccer betting […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Brentford vs. Tottenham Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Bees Vulnerable +148 Favorites?

Match Result Odds Brentford +148 The Draw +268 Tottenham +178 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +115/-131 Brentford vs. Tottenham EPL Preview Tottenham Hotspur will be aiming to get back on track in the 2026-27 Premier League season after fighting against relegation in the previous two campaigns. Spurs open the new campaign as outsiders in the betting […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Whites the Value Play at Odds of +217?

Match Result Odds Nottingham Forest +135 The Draw +240 Leeds +217 Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 +115/-131 Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds EPL Preview The 2026-27 Premier League opening weekend will see an interesting fixture between Nottingham Forest and Leeds at the City Ground. The Tricky Trees will be favored with the best soccer betting sites in […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read