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Horse Racing stats man, Andy has contributed to OLBG for 18 years - An Ipswich fan and F1 fanatic, he also contributes EFL football and Motor Sport opinion.
Andy has contributed to OLBG since 2005 and has been covering racing trends for several years looking to find betting angles in the big races both in the UK and abroad, He has an interest in numerous sports for which he manages many of our event previews, particularly horse racing, providing trends and stats looking for betting strategies.
🏇 Andy was part of an independent team of horse racing punters including Steve Madgwick, who developed a bespoke horse racing rating system in the early 2000s. Andy has meticulously continued to rate every runner and collect results from every race every day since. When it comes to horse racing and numbers Andy is our man.
⚽ He remains a staunch Ipswich Town football fan and never misses a game, gaining a deep knowledge of the English Football League.
🏎️🏁 Outside of horse racing and football, Andy also enjoys spending his weekends following Formula 1. His dedication is such that he doesn't mind setting alarms for odd hours to catch both qualifying sessions and the races.
🏈 🏒 Parallel to these interests, Andy also possesses a keen interest in American sports with a particular affinity for the NFL and the NHL. He follows the Pittsburgh Penguins, emphasizing his broad palette for diversified sporting events.
Andrew Powell is deeply entrenched in the sports betting industry with a distinguished expertise in creating engaging content and providing tips for enthusiasts and bettors alike. His proficiency extends to sports writing, web content creation, and offering customer support, making him a versatile and knowledgeable professional in the sports tipster competition space.
Currently holding dual responsibilities as both the Tipster Competition Assistant & Content Creator at OLBG and the Owner of SportingStatistics.com, Andrew Powell has spent over eight years in the former role and nearly nine years managing his own venture. His tenure at OLBG, which began in November 2015, has seen him engage with a wide audience, providing valuable insights and fostering a community of sports betting aficionados. At SportingStatistics.com, which he has been operating since January 2015, Andrew employs his analytical skills to interpret sports data and deliver comprehensive statistics that cater to a spectrum of sporting enthusiasts in Ipswich, United Kingdom, and beyond.
In his role at OLBG, Andrew Powell aims to bridge the gap between sports betting theory and practical, actionable advice. His objective is to enhance the bettors' experience through meticulous content creation and thoughtful customer support, ensuring that both novices and experienced bettors have access to top-notch advice and resources to make informed decisions in the competitive world of sports betting.
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Contested over a distance of 1m is the Oka Sho which is scheduled to take place at Hanshin. Below we have detailed past winners along with both trainer and jockey records in the race and see which trends have been set based on past winners of the Oka Sho.
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See which trainers and jockeys have performed well in this fact-packed blog for the Scottish Stayers Novices Hurdle. This is a race that is hosted at Musselburgh with the race being run over a distance of 3m, see which trends the past winners of the Scottish Stayers Novices Hurdle have set for this year.
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See which trainers and jockeys have performed well in this fact-packed blog for the Scottish Champion Chase. This is a race that is hosted at Musselburgh with the race being run over a distance of 2m, see which trends the past winners of the Scottish Champion Chase have set for this year.
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Contested over a distance of 3m is the Swinley Handicap Chase which is scheduled to take place at Ascot. Below we have detailed past winners along with both trainer and jockey records in the race and see which trends have been set based on past winners of the Swinley Handicap Chase.
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If you are a fan of horse racing trends then this preview of the Hong Kong Stewards Cup will be perfect for you! Not only do we look at the trends but we look at past winners as well as trainer and jockey records for the Hong Kong Stewards Cup, a race run over 1m at Sha Tin during the Hong Kong Triple Crown.
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If you are a fan of horse racing trends then this preview of the Hong Kong Gold Cup will be perfect for you! Not only do we look at the trends but we look at past winners as well as trainer and jockey records for the Hong Kong Gold Cup, a race run over 1m2f at Sha Tin during the Hong Kong Triple Crown.
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We look at the Timeform Novices Handicap Chase ahead of the next renewal, a race contested over 2m4½f at Cheltenham during the Festival Trials Day to see which runners, trainers and jockeys have previously won the race and which trends you can use to find the winner of the Timeform Novices Handicap Chase.
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Sergio Perez is now the favourite in the betting without Max Verstappen market for the F1 Driver's Championship with OLBG looking at the full contenders.
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Get ahead of the competition with our engaging article covering every horse racing betting term and abbreviation.
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Explore the exhilarating world of Motor Racing betting, from F1 strategies to placing your first bet. This guide offers everything a beginner needs to know to bet confidently and responsibly.
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Discover how Rule 4 Deductions impact horse racing betting. Our comprehensive guide explains non-runner effects, Ante Post withdrawals, and Under Starters Orders rules. Learn bookie promotions that defy the rules.
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Discover unparalleled insight into horse racing form reading. Learn to read horse racing form like a pro, and predict racing outcomes accurately
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Discover the essentials of betting on all-weather horse racing. This guide covers UK courses, track surfaces, biases, and race classes. Your journey to betting proficiency starts here.
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Elevate your motorsport betting game in 2024 with our meticulously curated list of the top 10 betting sites, including F1, NASCAR, Superbikes, Speedway and more.
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Editor-In-Chief with 20 years experience covering the betting angles to breaking news stories. Daily slots player, Portsmouth fan and League Snooker Player
Industry expert of 18 years, providing commentary on betting related news.
