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Alex Dudley

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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.

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Golf Insight

PGA Championship: Picks to Finish in the Top 10

The second major of the 2026 golf season is set for Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania this week. All eyes will be on leading FedEx Cup stars such as Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, but as with every major on the PGA Tour calendar, there are interesting alternative betting markets available. You can find out […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Preakness Stakes Picks – Horse Racing Odds, Betting Preview, and Predictions (May 16)

The 2026 Kentucky Derby will live long in the memory after Golden Tempo made history for Cherie DeVaux. Another record-breaking audience is likely to tune in for the Middle Leg of the Triple Crown on May 16. Laurel Park hosts the Preakness Stakes for the first time this year, and a wide-open renewal of the […]

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Golf Insight

PGA Championship Picks, Odds & Preview (May 14-17)

All eyes will be on the Aronimink Golf Club this weekend, as the second major of 2026 takes place. The PGA Championship will see players compete across 7,394 yards in Pennsylvania, with previous champions Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, and Rory McIlroy likely to be among the leading contenders. You can find the odds and our […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Man City vs. Crystal Palace Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 13) 

Match Result Odds Man City -475 The Draw +675 Crystal Palace +1150 Man City vs. Crystal Palace Preview The race for the English Premier League title took another twist on Sunday following Arsenal’s controversial win at West Ham. Therefore, Man City will need to win all of their remaining fixtures to put pressure on the […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Picks – Game 5 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 12) 

Game Result Odds Vegas Golden Knights -150 Anaheim Ducks +132 Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Preview A level series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs will see increased tensions at the T-Mobile Arena on May 12, as the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks collide in Game 5. But, which team will seize control of […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche Picks – Game 4 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 11)  

Game Result Odds Minnesota Wild +111 Colorado Avalanche -126 Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche Preview For the first time during the Stanley Cup Playoffs there will be pressure on the Colorado Avalanche to bounce back on May 11. The standout team from the Western Conference will be on the road in Game 4, as they […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

West Ham vs. Arsenal Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 10) 

Match Result Odds West Ham +438 The Draw +327 Arsenal -160 West Ham vs. Arsenal Preview Arsenal could take a giant stride towards winning their first English Premier League title in over 20 years this weekend, as Mikel Arteta’s side travel to relegation-threatened West Ham.   ALSO SEE: Go Bowling at The Glen Picks, Odds […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Burnley vs. Aston Villa Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 10) 

Match Result Odds Burnley +440 The Draw +348 Aston Villa -169 Burnley vs. Aston Villa Preview Unai Emery’s Aston Villa will be back in English Premier League action this weekend after securing their spot in this season’s Europa League Final. The Villa will be heavily favored to overcome relegated Burnley at Turf Moor. ALSO SEE: […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 10) 

Match Result Odds Nottingham Forest +166 The Draw +255 Newcastle +165 Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle Preview Nottingham Forest will be aiming to respond in the English Premier League this weekend following a humbling loss in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Newcastle will be chasing back-to-back wins. ALSO SEE: […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche Picks – Game 3 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 9)  

Game Result Odds Minnesota Wild +113 Colorado Avalanche -128 Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche Preview The Colorado Avalanche continue their dominant path through the Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 9 when they travel to the Minnesota Wild for Game 3 in the second round. The Wild must win to have any realistic hope of upsetting […]

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Soccer Insight

Crystal Palace vs. Everton Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 10) 

Match Result Odds Crystal Palace +184 The Draw +232 Everton +162 Crystal Palace vs. Everton Preview A battle between two sides locked in the middle of the English Premier League standings is set for this weekend, as Crystal Palace welcome Everton to Selhurst Park. Find our picks for this intriguing matchup here. ALSO SEE: Go […]

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Soccer Insight

Man City vs. Brentford Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 9) 

Match Result Odds Man City -283 The Draw +475 Brentford +715 Man City vs. Brentford Preview All of the pressure in the English Premier League title race will be on Man City this Saturday, as Pep Guardiola’s side must bounce back to winning ways following a draw at Everton. In-form Brentford will still have European […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Fulham vs. Bournemouth Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 9) 

Match Result Odds Fulham +180 The Draw +270 Bournemouth +145 Fulham vs. Bournemouth Preview Bournemouth will be aiming to enhance their chances of finishing in a European place in the English Premier League this weekend when they travel to Fulham, But, can the Cherries extend their club-record unbeaten run in the top-flight? ALSO SEE: Go […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Picks – Game 2 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 8)  

Game Result Odds Buffalo Sabres -136 Montreal Canadiens +120 Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Preview The Buffalo Sabres will be aiming to move into a 2-0 series advantage in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 8 when they play host to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 2. Find the odds and our picks for this […]

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Soccer Insight

Brighton vs. Wolves Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 9) 

Match Result Odds Brighton -340 The Draw +535 Wolves +850 Brighton vs. Wolves Preview Brighton will be aiming to bounce back to winning form in the English Premier League this weekend when they host relegated Wolves. A victory for the Seagulls could see them move up to sixth in the EPL standings. ALSO SEE: Go […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Sunderland vs. Man United Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 9) 

Match Result Odds Sunderland +297 The Draw +276 Man United -107 Sunderland vs. Man United Preview Man United have already secured their spot in next season’s Champions League, but they will be hoping to end their English Premier League campaign on a high point under Michael Carrick. The Red Devils will travel to an out-of-form […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Liverpool vs. Chelsea Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 9) 

Match Result Odds Liverpool -115 The Draw +303 Chelsea +297 Liverpool vs. Chelsea Preview A major showdown kicks off the action in the English Premier League this weekend. Liverpool will be hoping to secure their spot in next season’s Champions League, while Chelsea will be bidding to end a long losing run in the EPL. […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes Picks – Game 3 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 7)  

Game Result Odds Philadelphia Flyers +145 Carolina Hurricanes -165 Philadelphia Flyers vs. Carolina Hurricanes Preview The dominant Carolina Hurricanes continue their quest for glory in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on May 7, as they will be aiming to take a 3-0 series lead against the Philadelphia Flyers. Find our picks for Game 3 here.            […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Horse Racing Insight

Preakness Stakes: Will Derby Hero Golden Tempo Run in the Middle Jewel?

History was made at Churchill Downs on Saturday, as a record-breaking 19.6 million people tuned in to watch Cherie DeVaux become the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby. While Golden Tempo was sent off at odds of +2800, his victory wasn’t a huge shock to us, as we flagged him up as one […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Nascar Insight

Go Bowling at The Glen Picks, Odds & Preview (May 10)

The action on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule continues this weekend, as round 12 sees the Watkins Glen International in New York host the Go Bowling at The Glen. It is the second road race of the season, with Shane van Gisbergen a red-hot favorite to continue his dominant record in NASCAR on the terrain. […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read