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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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Horse Racing Insight

Kentucky Derby Cheat Sheet: Runner-by-Runner Guide & Odds

The 2026 Kentucky Derby is set for Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May, with a high-quality field contesting this year’s Run for the Roses. The official field has been determined following the end of the prep series, but the betting between now and post time is likely to fluctuate, meaning that it is […]

Alex Dudley 8 min read

Soccer Insight

Sunderland vs. Nottingham Forest Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 24) 

Match Result Odds Sunderland +174 The Draw +229 Nottingham Forest +173 Sunderland vs. Nottingham Forest Preview All eyes will be on the battle to stay in the English Premier League on April 24, as Nottingham Forest look to move clear of the relegation places when they travel to in-form Sunderland. You can find our picks […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Bournemouth vs. Leeds Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 22) 

Match Result Odds Bournemouth +104 The Draw +263 Leeds +270 Bournemouth vs. Leeds Preview Daniel Farke’s Leeds United are within one victory of likely securing their English Premier League status for next season. The Whites will hope to secure their survival when they travel to in-form Bournemouth. However, the Cherries are fighting for vital points […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens Picks – Game 2 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 21)  

Game Result Odds Tampa Bay Lightning -185 Montreal Canadiens +162 Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Montreal Canadiens Preview The pressure will be on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on April 21, as the franchise bids to level their NHL series against the Montreal Canadiens. The Lightning will be heavily favored to win […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Nascar Insight

Jack Link’s 500 Picks, Odds & Preview (Apr 26)

The tenth race on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule for 2026 is set for Talladega Superspeedway this weekend, as the Jack Link’s 500 gets underway on FOX at 3:00 PM ET. You can find the odds and our picks for the race here. AdventHealth 400 Odds Driver Odds Ryan Blaney +900 Joey Logano +1000 William […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Burnley vs. Man City Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 22) 

Match Result Odds Burnley +1300 The Draw +870 Man City -625 Burnley vs. Man City Preview Man City could seize control at the top of the English Premier League standings on April 22, as a victory over Burnley will see them go ahead of long time leaders Arsenal. Burnley will be playing for nothing more […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Brighton vs. Chelsea Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 21) 

Match Result Odds Brighton +148 The Draw +286 Chelsea +168 Brighton vs. Chelsea Preview A pivotal clash in the race for European qualification in the English Premier League is set for April 21, as in-form Brighton take on struggling Chelsea. A victory for the Seagulls at the Amex Stadium would take them above the Blues, […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild Picks – Game 2 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 20)  

Game Result Odds Dallas Stars -132 Minnesota Wild +116 Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild Preview The Dallas Stars will have huge questions to answer on April 20, as they face off against the Minnesota Wild in Game 2 of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Wild hold a 1-0 series advantage following a blowout win […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Crystal Palace vs. West Ham Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 20) 

Match Result Odds Crystal Palace +140 The Draw +223 West Ham +225 Crystal Palace vs. West Ham Preview The final matchup in this weekend’s round of English Premier League fixtures is a London Derby from Selhurst Park on April 20. Crystal Palace’s confidence will be high after securing their spot in the final four of […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Penguins vs. Flyers Picks – Game One Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 18) 

Game Result Odds Pittsburgh Penguins -144 Philadelphia Flyers +127 Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Preview Interstate rivals collide in the NHL Playoffs for the eighth time this season, with the Flyers bidding to improve on their positive overall record in the postseason against the Penguins after winning four of the previous six. A first playoff […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Stars vs. Wild Picks – Game One Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 18) 

Game Result Odds Dallas Stars -119 Minnesota Wild +105 Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild Preview The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs get underway this week, with a number of fascinating first round clashes. The Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild will collide in the postseason for the third time, with the Stars winning each of the previous […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

NHL Insight

NHL Playoffs: Hurricanes vs. Senators Picks – Game One Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 18)  

Game Result Odds Carolina Hurricanes -147 Ottawa Senators +129 Carolina Hurricanes vs. Ottawa Senators Preview Business picks up in the NHL this weekend, as the Stanley Cup Playoffs get underway. A first playoff meeting between the Carolina Hurricanes and Ottawa Senators begins with Game One at PNC Arena, with the hosts holding the narrow advantage […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Man City vs. Arsenal Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 19) 

Match Result Odds Man City -123 The Draw +287 Arsenal +345 Man City vs. Arsenal Preview The most important fixture of the English Premier League season is set for the Etihad Stadium on April 19, as the top two collide. Arsenal’s advantage over Man City at the summit stands at six points, but a win […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Everton vs. Liverpool Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 19) 

Match Result Odds Everton +229 The Draw +245 Liverpool +127 Everton vs. Liverpool Preview One of the key fixtures on the English Premier League schedule is staged this weekend, as the second Merseyside Derby of the 2025-26 campaign is staged at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. The clash between city rivals Liverpool and Everton could be […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

NHL Insight

Jets vs. Sharks Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 16)  

Game Result Odds Winnipeg Jets -165 San Jose Sharks +145 Winnipeg Jets vs. San Jose Sharks Preview The final night of NHL regular season action is set for April 16, as the Winnipeg Jets and the San Jose Sharks play for the final time in 2025-26. The home team will be heavily favored to end […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read

Soccer Insight

Chelsea vs. Man United Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 18) 

Match Result Odds Chelsea +132 The Draw +250 Man United +214 Chelsea vs. Man United Preview Heavyweights in the English Premier League collide on April 18, as Man United travel to Chelsea in a vitally important showdown in the race to achieve Champions League qualification. There will be pressure on both teams following defeats last […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Tottenham vs. Brighton Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 18) 

Match Result Odds Tottenham +167 The Draw +282 Brighton +151 Tottenham vs. Brighton Preview A potentially season-defining fixture in the English Premier League is set for North London on Saturday, as relegation-threatened Tottenham bid to record a much-needed victory against European-chasing Brighton.   ALSO SEE: Oaklawn Handicap Picks – Horse Racing Odds, Betting Preview, and Predictions […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Leeds vs. Wolves Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, Predictions, and Prop Pick (Apr 18) 

Match Result Odds Leeds -167 The Draw +325 Wolves +473 Leeds vs. Wolves Preview The battle to stay in the English Premier League continues this weekend, as in-form Leeds bid to move nine points clear of the relegation zone when they host Championship-bound Wolves at Elland Road.   ALSO SEE: Oaklawn Handicap Picks – Horse […]

Alex Dudley 3 min read

Soccer Insight

Senators vs. Maple Leafs Picks – Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 15)  

Game Result Odds Ottawa Senators -180 Toronto Maple Leafs +158 Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Preview The final game in a forgettable NHL campaign for the Toronto Maple Leafs is set for the Canadian Tire Centre on April 15, as the Leafs travel to the playoff-bound Ottawa Senators. Find our NHL picks for this […]

Alex Dudley 2 min read