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We are done with Week 7 of Beat the Geek, and the Geek struggled once again. There was also an exciting race at the top of the leaderboard, which ended up needing a tiebreaker! Let’s…
Read More → Blackjack Hand Signals: What Gestures and Motions to Use
Blackjack hand signals are the easiest way to communicate your intentions to the dealer. These gestures and motions can be especially useful when you are playing at tables on crowded, loud casino floors.
This guide will break down everything you need to know about hand signals for blackjack. I will cover popular options such as hit, stand, double down, split, and more. Furthermore, I will tell...
Adesanya vs Du Plessis Odds: Middleweights Aim to Settle Score
The Israel Adesanya vs. Dricus Du Plessis betting odds are out at top UFC betting sites! To say there’s no love lost between these two, is an understatement.
Du Plessis will defend his middleweight title against Adesanya, the former two-time champion, at UFC 305 on August 18, 2024. The bout will take place in Perth, Australia. Given that the Nigerian-born Adesanya grew up in New Zealand, this ...
Return to Triumph: Jajaira Gonzalez on the Road to Paris 2024
Decorated boxer Jajaira Gonzalez is gearing up to represent Team USA Boxing at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. In our interview with her ahead of the games this July, Gonzalez discussed her career — including a four-year break from the sport — critical moments that shaped her career, and her advice for young boxers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNbi9bVgKm0
Her journey in the box...
Actor Will Ferrell Buys Stake In Leeds United
Hollywood A-lister Will Ferrell has reportedly bought a minority stake in the EFL Championship’s Leeds United.
Ferrell is currently part-owner of the MLS club Los Angeles FC.
The Emmy Award winner joins Russell Crowe as an investor in Leeds United.
Three-time Emmy Award winner Will Ferrell has reportedly added another sports investment to his growing portfolio. The Los Angeles FC co-ow...
2023 Women's World Cup Semifinals Preview & Predictions
The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Quarterfinals did not disappoint. We had some thrilling action and some mild upsets that have set the stage for the Semifinals, which begin on August 15.
Our rate of accuracy with our predictions thus far, have been on point in both the Quarterfinals and from the Round of 16 as well. We’ll look to replicate that success as we break down the Spain/Sweden and Engl...
2023 Women's World Cup Quarterfinals Preview and Predictions
Following the conclusion of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Knockout Round, we are now left with just eight teams remaining. Given all of the shocking results and upsets, it should provide for an intriguing slate of soccer games throughout this weekend.
With the two-time reigning champions, United States, now eliminated, the World Cup is wide open for the remaining squads. A reminder that from...
2024 Swing State Betting Odds And Predictions For The US Elections
Swing state odds show how powerful a few hundred-thousand people in the United States will be in November. The top political betting sites expect a tight battle in Arizona, Nevada, and several other places.
A swing state is one where the race could either way, so they are notoriously tough to predict! And yet, I share my analysis and predictions for all of them to help your political betting s...
Paris 2024 Olympics Men’s Handball Odds: Will France Capture Gold?
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<p>However, another 10 teams will be ready to take to the floor to represent their countries at Paris 2024. Th...
Tennessee Is Likely Losing Money With New Sports Betting Tax Format
On July 1, 2023, the new Tennessee sports betting tax law went into effect. However, early indications from government data suggest that it may not have been the right decision to alter the tax rules.
It’s important to understand there are several variables to consider between the former Tennessee sports betting tax format and the current one. Furthermore, only three months of financial figure...
What is the Legal Gambling Age in Illinois For Online Casinos?
The legal age to gamble in Illinois is dependent on the casino game being offered. For most gamblers, the legal age to gamble is 21 years old. That being said, there are numerous exceptions to this gambling law.
It is important to recognize that there are different minimum age requirements for specific gambling options.
For example, the legal age to play the lottery is not the same as the l...
