With the second leg of tennis’ Grand Slam beginning Monday at Roland Garros, PinnacleSports.com today released odds on who’ll win the Men’s and Women’s singles titles at the 2006 French Open. Although the tournament draw hasn’t been announced yet, PinnacleSports.com foresees history repeating itself on the clay courts, listing 2005 French Open champions Rafael Nadal […]
vsGaming and vsTechnology are pleased to announce their incorporation into Gaming Technology Solutions plc (GTS plc). This is a natural progression following strong growth in both companies, growth which is in line with the phenomenal expansion that the e-gaming industry is seeing. The formation of GTS signifies the advent of a powerful leading global supplier […]
As reported by the Agence France Presse: “Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has been quizzed by prosecutors investigating alleged illegal betting. “Magistrates in Parma and Turin want to determine if the Juventus player – the world’s most expensive keeper – struck bets on his team through unauthorised bookmakers. “Buffon, who was grilled for two hours by […]
As reported by the International Herald Tribune: “Singapore said Friday that it had selected Las Vegas Sands to build and run the first of two planned casino resorts here, choosing the company’s vision of a $3.2 billion convention-driven district over three other bids, including two backed by government-owned companies. “The company promised to open the […]
Americans are wagering more dollars in casinos, at racetracks and through state lotteries, but they’re not too happy about it, a survey released Tuesday by the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press suggests. The study found that seven out of 10 people questioned believe that legalized gambling encourages folks to spend more […]
As reported by the Associated Press: “‘Advantage’ gamblers, skilled bettors who are often ousted from Nevada resorts if spotted at blackjack tables, were welcomed Tuesday at an international conference on gambling — held at a Lake Tahoe casino. “One of them, James Grosjean, didn’t take any chances on getting tossed by hotel security guards. He […]
This week we move to Paris and serve up a Royale with Cheese while looking for a betting edge in the second Grand Slam event of the year at Roland Garros. The French Open is tactically very different from the other three Grand Slam events and is where tennis gets dirty (and I’m not talking […]
As reported by the Courier and Mail: “Publishing and Broadcasting is planning to float its Macau casino joint venture with Hong Kong billionaire Lawrence Ho on the US stock exchange, a newspaper report says. “The Australian Financial Review said PBL was working with three investment banks, believed to be Citigroup, Credit Suisse and UBS, on […]
As reported by Reuters: “U.S. casinos wish they had access to the growing universe of gamblers that seem intent on placing bets online, but companies claim they are not losing customers to the foreign operators that offer Web wagering. “‘It represents an enormous opportunity,’ said Alan Feldman, spokesman for U.S.-based MGM Mirage, the world’s second-largest […]
As reported by the (New Zealand) Newswire: “A Northland Minister says she hopes a massive Lotto win from a ticket bought in Kaeo will not encourage more spending on gambling. “The largest ever Powerball jackpot was worth a record $17.7 million. “…The winner has yet to come forward, and it is not known whether the […]
In last weeks article I discussed the importance of confidence and how it can lift a player to a higher level. The victories last week for two very talented players but ultimately players who simply do no have the mental ability to finish the job off enough once again highlighted this issue. For instance Tim […]
As reported by the BBC: “The BBC’s National Lottery show was briefly delayed on Saturday evening after protesters invaded the studio and chanted slogans. “Presenter Eamonn Holmes was led from the stage as Fathers 4 Justice members made their way on to the set. “The National Lottery: Jet Set was delayed for several minutes before […]
As reported by the (UK) Times: “The closure of Ireland’s fledgling casino sector would mean the loss of 500 jobs, cost the economy millions of euros a year in tax revenues and discourage tourism, an industry lobby group has warned the government. “The Gaming and Leisure Association of Ireland, which represents top casinos including Dermot […]
The biggest casino operators have achieved their status not by building new resorts but through mergers and acquisitions. Harrah’s Entertainment acquired the Rio, Horseshoe Gaming Holdings, Caesars Entertainment and the Imperial Palace on its way to becoming the industry’s biggest player. Kirk Kerkorian’s MGM Grand swallowed Primadonna Resorts, Mirage Resorts and Mandalay Resort Group on […]