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X-Factor Final- Ladbrokes Sportsbook expect to take upwards of 120 bets a second on this year’s X Factor final as they break new ground by betting in running throughout the entire broadcast until the climax of the show. There will be live betting in place as well as via telephone.

The odds point to an easy win by Matt Cardle with 5/6 followed by Direction (3/1) and Rebecca Ferguson (5/2). Ladbrokes are also breaking new ground by offering viewers the most comprehensive range of special bets on the night, allowing punters to speculate over what the judges and singers will wear, what they will say and even what mishaps may occur on the night including an offer of 14/1 about infamous stage invader Jimmy Jump following up on his invasion of the Eurovision stage by appearing on the X Factor at some point.

Cheltenham: Ladbrokes’ Top Offers on Menorah and Cue Card -Ladbrokes is offering a top price guarantee on Menorah and Cue Card in tomorrow’s big Cheltenham hurdle race from first thing in the morning until the first show across all channels. Ladbrokes will also be offering top price on Paco Boy in Hong Kong from Saturday afternoon until the off on Sunday morning across all channels.

It’s ‘Murray Time’! With Nadal crocked and Federer (4/7) no longer perfect, it feels like the stars are aligning for Andy to end the 73-year British drought. You the punters certainly think so, driving his price down to a gnarly 7/4. So is this the year of the Murray miracle, or is someone else standing in the shadows to steal the glory? Here are some facts to help you decide – quiet please!

The third seed hasn’t won Wimbledon since 1990 and has only made the final in one of the last 14 years

But wait…

Federer’s run of five straight Wimbledon wins was ended by Nadal last year. The last man to win five straight was Bjorn Borg and the man who dethroned him, John McEnroe in 1981, was beaten in the final the following year by Queen’s champion Jimmy Connors. Like Murray, Connors won Queen’s without dropping a set, something only four other players achieved since.

Six of the last seven Wimbledon champions came into the tournament as winners at either Queen’s or Halle. Halle was won by Tommy Haas (40/1), who hasn’t got further than the fourth round at Wimbledon in ten attempts.

The last seven champions all won at least three tournaments ahead of Wimbledon that season. Only two players have claimed that many so far this year – Rafael Nadal (five) and Andy Murray (four).

Whatever your bet make Ladbrokes.com your number one for Wimbledon.

The world’s greatest and most famous steeplechase is back. 40 horses, almost two and a half miles and 16 terrifying fences make up the Grand National.

This year all eyes will be on the partnership of trainer Paul Nicholls and jockey Ruby Walsh which was so successful at Cheltenham.

Nicholls has other horses in the race but it’s My Will, riden by Walsh, which is the one to watch and could really get the Aintree crowd roaring.

What can’t be forgotten is the threat of Comply or Die. Last years triumphant horse is a year older and wiser and knows the pitfuls of the track and how to conquer them.
Whatever your bet make Ladbrokes your number one for the Grand National.

Today, Ladbrokes can finally release the secret Ladbrokes promotions for Cheltenham! The specials have been closely-guarded until today, and now you can see why. The free bet literally blows away any other Cheltenham offer out there. There are actually three specials, and here are the details:
1) Bet between 10-100 GBP and get a free bet worth double your stake.
2) Betting after the off – punters can watch the runners settle into their stride before getting their bets on!
3) Take any price at 3/1 or above on any race at Cheltenham and if your selection wins they’ll match your stake as a free bet!

The free bet offer means that a player who deposits 100 GBP will be credited with a free bet of 200 GBP after settlement. So in other words, this is effectively a 200% match free bet! No other bookie has even come close in offering such a generous bonus to Cheltenham punters!

The 2008 Ryder Cup, 16th-21st September
Can Team Europe captained by Nick Faldo make it a 4th straight title in the 37th Ryder Cup. He takes on the might of Team USA with stars such as Paul Azinger, Phil Mickleson and Stewart Cink. Playing at the luxurious Valhalla Golf Course, Louisville, this unique golf tournament creates so much emotion it’s a firm favourite with golf enthusiasts. Watch the action unfold from 16th-21st September and take a putt on the biggest winning margin, the player to get a hole in one or simply the winning team.

UEFA Champions League opening Group match
With the domestic league gathering pace England’s finest turn their attention to conquering Europe. Defending champions Manchester United did not make a perfect start at Old Trafford against tough Spanish opposition in Villarreal. Likewise, Big Phil kept Roman happy with a victory over Bordeaux but he was without midfield dynamo Michael Essien. Liverpool started away at Olympique de Marseille, Rafa’s rotation policy produced the best out of his players with a 2-1 victory.

The John Smith’s Ayr Gold Cup Festival – 18th – 20th September
The Ayr Gold Cup 2008 is one of the most eagerly awaited spectacles of the season as a huge field of sprinters prepare to battle it out on September 20. With 22 races over three days it’s going to be a betting bonanza. With the best horses, jockeys and trainers it’s sure to have all the ingredients of a top quality meeting. Ayr Gold Cup odds reflect the open nature of the race as the massive field of classy handicappers charge down the six-furlong straight course.