SBC Magazine 169: Racing Tipster Review + FREE £99 Trial

Posted on October 31, 2026October 31, 2026 by Peter Ling

SBC Magazine Issue 169 is out now! Our headline horse racing review examines 314,972 real bets, revealing a combined 13.35% ROI and earning an SBC STRONG BUY rating. Better still, SBC members can claim a FREE 30 day trial of the featured racing tipster, worth £99. Plus, discover our guide to lesser known UK bookmakers, an interview with a successful Value Bet Factory user, Goal Master AI and much more across 104 pages of independent betting analysis.

100 Punting Feats and Bad Beats: Paul Jones | SBC Podcast 109

Posted on October 28, 2026 by Peter Ling

In Episode 109 of the Smart Betting Club Podcast, racing expert Paul Jones discusses his new book, 100 Punting Feats and Bad Beats. From extraordinary betting wins and £250,000 liabilities to heartbreaking near misses, we explore value betting, variance, hedging and the psychology of gambling.

Beyond Bet365 & The Big Bookies: ‘Lesser Known’ UK Bookmakers Worth Knowing About

Posted on October 22, 2026October 22, 2026 by Peter Ling

Getting restricted by Bet365 and other major bookmakers doesn’t have to mean the end of profitable betting. In our latest Smart Betting Club special report, we investigate the lesser known UK bookmakers that can offer fresh opportunities, competitive odds and alternative places to get your bets on. We also examine the hidden connections between operators, shared trading platforms, betting limits and where genuine value might still exist beyond the biggest names in UK betting.

DragonBet’s James Lovell on Bookmaking, Sharp Bettors & the Betting Ring

Posted on October 7, 2026 by Peter Ling

What is it really like running an independent bookmaker in Britain in 2026? In SBC Podcast Episode 108, DragonBet co founder and racecourse bookmaker James Lovell joins us to discuss sharp and winning bettors, betting restrictions, compliance, declining exchange liquidity and the pressures facing smaller bookmakers. We also examine why bigger staking, price sensitive punters are increasingly returning to the racecourse betting ring, and what smart bettors can learn from understanding life on the other side of the betting counter.

Ben Coley Golf Tips Review + PGA Profit | SBC 168

Posted on October 2, 2026October 2, 2026 by Peter Ling

SBC Magazine Issue 168 puts golf betting firmly in focus with two major reviews. We analyse more than a decade of free Ben Coley golf tips, covering 4,957 bets, +2,112.92 points profit and a 17.60% ROI, while also examining his current record drawdown and the impact his selections can have on the betting markets. We also revisit PGA Profit, where our bookmaker results sample shows a 25.08% ROI. Elsewhere, we look at Bookmaker account priming, The Sports Bettor and its 6.37% ROI to date, bookmaker tracking technology, prediction markets and the latest Bet Diary

Benjamin Leander: From Elite Referee to Profitable Football Bettor

Posted on September 15, 2026 by Peter Ling

Former elite Danish referee Benjamin Leander joins the Smart Betting Club Podcast to explain how more than 20 years of football knowledge has shaped his approach to profitable betting. Benjamin discusses finding value in less efficient markets, using preparation and his betting calendar to stay ahead of the market, and the discipline required to bet seriously. We also examine his VIP betting service, previously reviewed by SBC across more than 1,800 bets, recording a 13.03% ROI and 422% bank growth at the time of our review.

Football Betting Service With a 10.65% ROI | SBC 167

Posted on September 2, 2026September 2, 2026 by Peter Ling

Can conventional football betting tips still produce a strong long term edge? SBC Magazine Issue 167 reviews a football betting service with 870 bets, a 53% strike rate and 10.65% ROI, alongside a Correct Score service with an 8.29% ROI from 2,520 bets.

Phil Smith: How a Professional Bettor Made Over 100% ROI

Posted on August 26, 2026 by Peter Ling

What does it take to make a living from betting? Professional bettor and antepost specialist Phil Smith reveals how he finds an edge, researches markets, manages thousands of bets and continually adapts his approach. Discover the lessons behind an exceptional 2025/26 season that produced over 100% ROI in our latest How I Bet For Profit interview.

Why Betting Odds-On Can Be More Profitable Than You Think

Posted on August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 by Peter Ling

Many bettors instinctively avoid short-priced bets, believing there is little value at odds of 1.30, 1.20 or lower. But the evidence tells a different story. We look at WinnerOdds, Craig Edwards’ experience and real betting results showing why odds-on betting can produce substantial long-term profits when the prices are mispriced

Cricket Betting Insights With Ed Hawkins, Finding Value in a Growing Market

Posted on August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by Peter Ling

Cricket betting is growing rapidly, creating more opportunities for serious bettors willing to look beyond traditional betting markets.

In Episode 106 of the Smart Betting Club Podcast, cricket betting expert Ed Hawkins shares lessons from more than 20 years studying the sport and its betting markets. He explains where bookmakers continue to make pricing mistakes, why pitch conditions can matter more than recent form, and which markets he believes offer some of the strongest opportunities for finding value.

We also discuss the growth of franchise cricket, the increasing range of cricket betting markets, and how Ed works alongside Richard Mann and Paul Krishnamurthy at CricStatz VIP to identify value bets.

For anyone interested in profitable cricket betting, this episode provides a fascinating look at how an experienced professional approaches one of betting’s fastest growing sports.