Why horse racing is funded by betting Horse racing and betting grew up together. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Britain’s early “match races” were literally private challenges between owners, usually run over Newmarket Heath, with hefty wagers laid down and the rules agreed in advance. Monarchs and nobles bet...
How Horse Racing Ratings, Handicaps & Group Races Work
How Horse Racing Ratings Work Why ratings matter A horse’s Official Rating (OR) is a shorthand for its ability – expressed in pounds. One point equals 1 lb on the scales, so if Horse A is rated 100 and Horse B 97, the handicapper believes Horse A would beat Horse B carrying 3 lb more. Ratings guide which...
How to Link Football Markets with Automation
Linking Football Markets with Automation Many football strategies can involve the cross-checking or the linking of one or more markets, doing this manually with Bet Angel you can of course use features like the watchlist to monitor multiple markets but what about using automation - how can you trigger bets...
Betfair Price Charts Get a Facelift
Betfair Price Charts Get a Facelift Betfair’s price/volume charts have looked broadly the same since the Exchange launched, but overnight they rolled out a brand-new interface. Early adopters on the Bet Angel forum were quick to spot the change and begin dissecting the finer points. What’s New? A Side-by-Side Comparison...
When it rains – Profitable Betfair trades can pour!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rhicdB9824 When it rains - Profitable Betfair trades can pour! When you start trading you will probably will know that you need to predict some price movements in order to lock in a profit on the Betfair exchange. But how can you do this in a betting market, what drives...
Historic Prices on your trading Screen
Historic Prices on your trading Screen The one-click trading screen is perhaps the screen most people first recognise, as it's very similar to what you see on the Betfair website. In most software, its capability is minimal, as are the customisation options. With Bet Angel, that problem doesn't exist; you...
Understanding the Different Codes and Classes of UK Horse Racing
Understanding Codes and Classes in Horse Racing Horse racing isn’t just “one sport” – it’s a patchwork of codes (the type of racing) and classes (the quality of each contest). Knowing where a race sits in this hierarchy helps you judge form, spot value, and create smarter trading strategies. Below is a clear guide...
Store and Export your Trading Data
Store and Export your Trading Data If you are interested in data and analysis, Bet Angel provides you with all the tools needed to store and export the market data you require, utilising its innovative features. With Bet Angel, it's never been easier for anyone to store/capture market data of...
Trading Glorious Goodwood: How to Make the Most of the Sussex Summer Festival
https://youtu.be/Hk20rzJ_Bbc Trading Glorious Goodwood The Qatar Goodwood Festival—still affectionately dubbed *Glorious Goodwood*—is a highlight of the summer racing calendar. Set amid the rolling chalk downs of West Sussex, the course’s unique undulations and sweeping views make it one of the most visually striking venues in Britain. For traders, its five‑day card...