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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

Truist Championship Picks, Odds & Preview (May 7-10)

The final event on the PGA Tour before the PGA Championship is set for this weekend, as the prestigious Quail Hollow plays host to the Truist Championship. This weekend’s event is worth $20 million, with Rory McIlroy likely to be a hot favorite in his bid to win the tournament for a fifth time.     […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Picks – Game 1 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 6)  

Game Result Odds Buffalo Sabres -128 Montreal Canadiens +112 Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens Preview The second round in the Eastern Conference Stanley Cup Playoffs series between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens begins on Wednesday, May 6. Buffalo will have the home ice advantage for the first two games, as they bid to seize […]

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Sports Insight

Backlash Betting Odds – WWE Picks, Predictions, and Tips (May 9)

The WWE PLEs come thick and fast following WrestleMania, with the next stop seeing major matches set for the Benchmark International Area. Roman Reigns will defend the WWE Heavyweight Championship in the main event against Jacob Fatu, while Seth Rollins and Brok Breakker collide in a matchup that was originally planned for Mania in Vegas. […]

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Formula 1 Insight

Canadian Grand Prix Picks, Odds & Preview (May 24)

The Formula 1 action stays in North America for the next race on the calendar, as the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve hosts the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix on May 24. Find the odds, and our picks for the F1 race here. Odds Driver Odds Kimi Antonelli +175 George Russell +225 Lando Norris +400 Max Verstappen +800 […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Colorado Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild Picks – Game 2 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 5)  

Game Result Odds Colorado Avalanche -197 Minnesota Wild +172 Colorado Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild Preview Game Two in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs series between the Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild is set for May 5. The Avalanche will be aiming to take a 2-0 series lead, while the Wild will be […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Picks – Game 1 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (May 4)  

Game Result Odds Vegas Golden Knights -160 Anaheim Ducks +141 Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks Preview The action in the Stanley Cup Playoffs steps up a gear on May 4, as the second round series between the Vegas Golden Knights and Anaheim Ducks gets underway. Find our picks for the Game 1 in the […]

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Soccer Insight

Everton vs. Man City Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 4) 

Match Result Odds Everton +560 The Draw +415 Man City -222 Everton vs. Man City Preview The attention switches back to the English Premier League title race on April 4, as Man City bid to close the gap on Arsenal at the summit. Pep Guardiola’s side are in red-hot form, but Everton will still have […]

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Soccer Insight

Chelsea vs. Nottingham Forest Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 4) 

Match Result Odds Chelsea -142 The Draw +322 Nottingham Forest +375 Chelsea vs. Nottingham Forest Preview Liam Rosenior’s ill-fated stay at Chelsea ended last week, leading to a return to form in the FA Cup. However, the Blues will be looking to reignite their hopes of a European finish this week when they take on […]

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Soccer Insight

Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 3) 

Match Result Odds Aston Villa +117 The Draw +272 Tottenham +228 Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Preview A crucial matchup impacting both ends of the English Premier League standings is set for May 3, as Champions League-chasing Aston Villa aim to bounce back to form when they host relegation threatened Tottenham. ALSO SEE: Kentucky Derby Picks […]

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Horse Racing Insight

1000 Guineas Picks – Horse Racing Odds, Betting Preview, and Predictions (May 3)

A stacked weekend of horse racing action is headlined by the 2026 Kentucky Derby on Saturday, but there is also high-quality action set for the United Kingdom, with the first two Classics of the campaign set for Newmarket. Below, you can find the odds and our 1000 Guineas picks. 1000 Guineas Odds Horse Odds Precise […]

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Horse Racing Insight

2000 Guineas Picks – Horse Racing Odds, Betting Preview, and Predictions (May 2)

All of the focus on May 2 will be on the 2026 Kentucky Derby, but the high-quality Classic racing kicks off earlier in the day on British turf, with the first of five standout races for horses aged three in the United Kingdom comes in the form of the G1 2000 Guineas from Newmarket. This […]

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Horse Racing Insight

Kentucky Derby 2026: Undercard Preview & Picks (May 2)

The eyes of the sporting world will be on Churchill Downs this weekend, as the Triple Crown kicks off in Louisville. Both the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby have attracted high-quality and competitive fields for 2026, but Derby Day sees more action on track than just the standout race of the U.S. season. You can […]

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Soccer Insight

Man United vs. Liverpool Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 3) 

Match Result Odds Man United +134 The Draw +285 Liverpool +187 Man United vs. Liverpool Preview The most famous teams in the English Premier League collide this weekend, as Man United host Liverpool at Old Trafford. Both teams appear to be in strong positions to achieve Champions League qualification, with the Red Devils able to […]

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Soccer Insight

Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 3) 

Match Result Odds Bournemouth -155 The Draw +340 Crystal Palace +399 Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace Preview Bournemouth continue their chase of a European finish in the Premier League on May 3 when they play host to Crystal Palace. It could be a good fixture for the Cherries, with this weekend’s clash coming in the middle […]

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Soccer Insight

Arsenal vs. Fulham Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 2) 

Match Result Odds Arsenal -228 The Draw +368 Fulham +695 Arsenal vs. Fulham Preview The battle for the English Premier League title continues this weekend, as Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal will be looking to go six points clear at the top before Man City return to action. Fulham could be a tricky opponent, as Marco Silva’s […]

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Horse Racing Insight

Kentucky Derby: Who Will Finish Last in the Run for the Roses?

All of the attention this weekend will be on finding the winner of the Kentucky Derby, with the glory of joining the likes of Secretariat and American Pharoah on the prestigious roll of honor ensuring that a horse’s name will live on forever. However, there will also be betting options in terms of finding the […]

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Horse Racing Insight

Kentucky Derby Exotics: Place, Show & Trifecta Picks

There are few betting occasions that can match the Kentucky Derby in terms of potential value on offer, with Exotics such as a Trifecta and a Superfecta potentially returning thousands. That will be the dream outcome for many bettors this weekend at Churchill Downs, and you can find our standout plays for the Place, Show, […]

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Soccer Insight

Newcastle vs. Brighton Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (May 2) 

Match Result Odds Newcastle +155 The Draw +263 Brighton +172 Newcastle vs. Brighton Preview The pressure will be increasing on Eddie Howe at Newcastle, as the Magpies continue to get sucked into the relegation scrap in the Premier League. This weekend, the Magpies play host to European-chasing Brighton in the English top division. ALSO SEE: […]

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Soccer Insight

Brentford vs. West Ham Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Picks (May 2) 

Match Result Odds Brentford +105 The Draw +279 West Ham +253 Brentford vs. West Ham Preview The battle to maintain English Premier League status continues this weekend, with pressure increasing on West Ham in their battle to win vital points. The Hammers will play before Tottenham this weekend when they travel to London rivals Brentford […]

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NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers Picks – Game 6 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 30)  

Game Result Odds Anaheim Ducks +110 Edmonton Oilers -125 Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers Preview Crucial action in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is set for April 30, as Game 6 in the opening round series between the Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers is set for the Honda Center. A victory for the Ducks would see […]

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