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      The Sun’s new betting show Weekend Wager hits the target thanks to Fulham star who delivered against Man Utd

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      SUNSPORT’S Weekend Wager got off to a flying start – with a 17/2 tip that came in after just 18 minutes.In the first of our weekly shows digging out the best value bets from the sporting world, our betting experts racked their brains to preview the sporting weekend.Alex Iwobi delivered a 17/2 tip from SunSport’s Weekend WagerCredit: GettyOur new weekly betting show provides the perfect preview to the weekend’s sporting actionCredit: SunSportAnd that included a superb tip from Betfair’s guru James Mackie.Mackie’s suggestion for Fulham’s home clash with Manchester United on Sunday night was all about Alex Iwobi.On the show, he said: “I’ve just gone for a single selection here. And I think it’s actually a bit of hidden value here. It’s 17/2 for Alex Iwobi to have two shots on target.“If you look at some of the stats around Iwobi, he’s had two first shots in each of his last five matches. Including three shots on target in his last three.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“He has been absolutely superb under Silva. That front four have been absolutely brilliant and Iwobi’s been a big part of that.“If you look on the side, he’s going to play against Diogo Dalot or Noussair Mazraoui.“They give up opportunities, left, right and centre. I think it’s a cracking bet.”And so it proved.Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesBecause after just 18 MINUTES at Craven Cottage, Iwobi had already registered two shots on target and the 17/2 tip had come in.That was not the only success Mackie enjoyed this weekend, either.Man Utd’s Player Ratings vs FulhamHe also had East India Dock to win the 1.15 at Cheltenham on Saturday.He caught the value as he tipped James Owen’s hurdler at evens – with the 4-year-old winning by a massive TEN LENGTHS after being backed in to 1/2.Mackie added: “The last Cheltenham meeting before the Cheltenham Festival in March. Seven unbelievable trials for that four days in March.“I’ve gone for at Cheltenham, look, it’s not going to blow anyone away. It’s even money.“It’s one to start you off for your day before the football begins at three o’clock. It’s the East India Dock to win the 1.15 at Cheltenham.“This horse, he won last time out at Cheltenham in a Grade 2 Triumph Trial in November and I personally think this should be shorter. He’s only run twice over hurdles. He’s improved from run to run.“He was a brilliant flat horse and I think he’s going places for trainer James Owen this season.”“The angle to take with him, though, if you don’t want to take the short price of even money, he’s 6/1 for the Triumph Hurdle at the Festival. I think he’ll be about three or two to one after winning.“So maybe the angle is to play the anti-post market at a bigger price and watch and have a really nice ticket when it comes to the Cheltenham Festival.”READ MORE SUN STORIESEast India Dock is indeed now 11/4 for the Triumph Hurdle, the first race on the final day of the festival.Our next episode of Weekend Wager will drop on Friday – giving you plenty of time to place your bets before another blockbuster set of sporting fixtures.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.ukEast India Dock won the 1.15 at Cheltenham – as tipped on Weekend WagerCredit: PA More

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      Staff break down in tears as historic race track forced to close after more than 90 years

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      TEARS were shed as hundreds of fans came out to watch the last-ever meet at a famous dog racing track.Crayford Greyhound Stadium closed its doors for the final time in front of a large crowd on Sunday after 90 years of racing.One of London’s oldest greyhound race tracks has shut its doorsCredit: PAStaff members were in floods of tears as the venue closed its doors for the last timeCredit: PAHundreds of fans came out to betCredit: PAThe current Crayford Greyhound Stadium was opened in 1986Credit: PAOwners said it was no longer ‘financially viable’Credit: PACrayford previously had to cancel race meetings due to an ongoing shortage of runnersCredit: PAEntain, which owns brands including Ladbrokes and Coral, declared its intention to close the South East London track in November.They said it was no longer financially viable to continue due to “dwindling support and attendance”.Originally built in 1932 and named the Crayford & Bexleyheath Stadium, Crayford Stadium was sold to Ladbrokes in 1984.After 15 of the ground’s 20 acres were sold to Sainsbury’s, a new venue was built on the remaining five acres which opened in 1986.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSEmotional staff could be seen hugging and wiping tears away from their eyes as time was called on the historic venue.Queues of spectators lined up outside before filling the stands and placing bets on the last 12 greyhound races with friends and family.Commentator Robin Carter, the long-time caller, raised his microphone for the final time.He announced: “Away we go for the last race ever at Crayford.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe stadium previously had to cancel race meetings due to an ongoing shortage of runners.But, others working in the industry noted a shift in the “business model” after an increase in streaming and online gambling.Watch bizarre moment loose DOG is chased off pitch moments before kick-off in League One clash Queues of spectators lined up outside before filling the standsCredit: PAStaff members posed for a final picture with the winners on the final nightCredit: PAThe closure leaves Romford as the sole outlet for the sport in Greater London.The current fixture schedule will be fulfilled at tracks in Romford, Hove and Monmore.Ladbroke said the decision to close the venue had “not been taken lightly”.Entain’s communications director Simon Clare added: “We’ve been exploring various avenues to avoid this decision for some time but, ultimately, it is no longer viable for us to continue operating the site.”We will also continue to support all trainers impacted by the decision and hope that many of them will continue to race their dogs at other UK greyhound tracks.”As it stands, there are now only 19 out of the previous 77 venues licensed by the Greyhound Board of Great Britain.After attracting huge audiences and royal visitors in the 20th century, most dog racing venues in the capital have closed.The Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium saw its last night of racing after 89 years in 2017 before the site was demolished.READ MORE SUN STORIESBack in 2008, the Walthamstow Stadium in the London Borough of Waltham Forest in East London also closed.It was widely regarded as the leading greyhound racing stadium in Britain following the closure of White City in 1984.A spectator holds a copy of a programme issued at the first racing meet in 1937 at the motorcycle speedway venue Crayford & Bexleyheath StadiumCredit: PAMost greyhound racing venues in the capital have closedCredit: PAEmotional staff could be seen huggingCredit: PAThe closure leaves Romford as the sole outlet for the sport in Greater LondonCredit: PAFans came out to wave goodbye to CrayfordCredit: PA More

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      Fans stunned with one team ‘set to host a racecourse’ in sensational FA Cup round one draw blunder

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      FANS spotted a funny mistake after the draw for the first round of the FA Cup was made.Games will take place between November 1-4.The draw for the FA Cup first round has been madeCredit: GettyIt will feature some big teams like Birmingham, Huddersfield and Wrexham, as well as non-league minnows.A total of 44 names were pulled out of the hat for the first round – but one appeared as something else on the FA’s website.The fixtures showed a tie between Hartlepool/Brackley vs Aintree.A correction was later made so the correct team, Braintree Town, was put in place of Aintree.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut not before eagle-eyed fans spotted the mistake, with some joking the game would be held on a racecourse, referencing Aintree’s famous horseracing venue.One fan reacted saying: “Wonder how long it will take for the FA to realise that they’ve currently got the winner of the Hartlepool-Brackley replay hosting a racecourse…”Another added: “To be a fair, a team of players on horses is something I’d pay good money to see.”There is actually a football team called Aintree Villa FC – but it would have been some achievement for the Step 7 team who play in the West Cheshire League to reach this stage.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe FA listed Aintree instead of BraintreeAintree is of course famous for horseracing and hosting the Grand NationalCredit: GettyElsewhere there are some notable ties including AFC Wimbledon’s visit to MK Dons.The two are the bitterest of rivals following the relocation of the original Wimbledon FC to Milton Keynes.Roy Keane reveals his pick for next England manager as Man Utd legend says ‘the FA better get busy’ AFC Wimbledon pretty much had to start again and now play in League Two.While League One leaders Birmingham face a trip to non-league side Sutton United.Huddersfield also take on non-league Tamworth.FA Cup first-round drawRotherham vs CheltenhamBarrow vs DoncasterWorthing vs MorecambeBoreham Wood vs Leyton OrientExeter vs BarnetCarlisle vs WiganTamworth vs HuddersfieldHartlepool/Brackley vs BraintreeCurzon Ashton vs MansfieldWycombe vs YorkBradford vs AldershotHednesford/Gateshead vs Gainsborough/BostonBurton vs ScarboroughTranmere vs OldhamRochdale vs BromleyWalsall vs BoltonGrimsby vs WealdstoneBristol Rovers vs Weston-super-MareMK Dons vs AFC WimbledonAltrincham/Solihull Moors vs MaidstoneStockport vs Forest GreenReading vs FleetwoodStevenage vs GuiseleyNorthampton vs KetteringRushall/Peterborough Sports vs AccringtonSwindon vs ColchesterSalford vs ShrewsburyCrewe vs Dagenham & RedbridgePort Vale vs BarnsleyChesham vs LincolnChesterfield vs HorshamSouthend vs CharltonNotts County vs AlfretonTaunton/Maidenhead vs CrawleyHarrogate vs WrexhamWoking vs CambridgeGillingham vs BlackpoolTonbridge Angels vs HarboroughSutton vs BirminghamNewport vs Peterborough More

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      Lewis Hamilton reveals battle with depression due to pressure of F1 racing

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      F1 ACE Lewis Hamilton revealed he has struggled with depression all his life due to pressure of racing.The seven-times world champ has had mental health difficulties since he was 13.Lewis Hamilton revealed he has struggled with depression all his life due to pressure of racingCredit: ReutersHe said: “I think it was the pressure of the racing and struggling at school — the bullying.“I had no one to talk to. I’d struggle initially to calm my mind.”The 39-year-old said he started waking at 5am to meditate in 2020 and has gone on silent retreats. He has a 10km run to clear his mind.read more on lewis hamiltonHe added “It’s a great way of getting in touch with myself, my inner feelings — understanding what I want to do.”Asked if he saw a therapist, the Mercedes driver said: “I spoke to one woman years ago — but that wasn’t very helpful. I’d like to find someone today.” Lewis — sixth in the F1 standings — said he is single but wants a family “one day”.He told The Sunday Times: “I wouldn’t be able to do what I do to the level I do it with that.Most read in Motorsport“One of my best friends has just had a kid and I’m seeing how manic it is.“And my nieces and nephew are a handful.“There will be a time and a place for it and I can’t wait for that part.“But right now I have some work to do.” More

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      I’m former Man Utd star who scored five goals in a match – but all I could think about was a £600 tip at Newmarket

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      IPSWICH legend Alan Brazil has opened up about the time he scored five goals in match – while being distracted by a horse racing tip.Brazil, who also played for Manchester United and Tottenham, shared the incredible story and spoke about the sad passing of Gary Shaw and his hopes for the Tractor Boys this season.Alan Brazil once scored five goals in a match for IpswichAlan Brazil has been working for talkSPORT for 25 yearsCredit: RexBrazil told SunSport…I HAD an unusual build up to this game — waiting to hear if I had won £600 on a hot tip I had been given for Newmarket.It was in the days when betting shops were a fog of cigarette smoke and I remember being desperate for the money so it was an agonising wait for the photograph and steward’s inquiry.Then, when I got to the dressing room I had a really good feeling that I was going to score a hat-trick. I even told team-mate Johnny Wark.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt was bizarre I should feel that way because we were up against a fantastic Southampton team who were top of the table with some class players in Kevin Keegan, Micky Channon and Alan Ball.And we were missing the key spine of our side in Paul Mariner, Frans Thijssen and Terry Butcher through injuries.Call it a sixth sense, but to then go out and score my first hat-trick in the opening 19 minutes was pretty incredible.In fact, I hit three in a five-minute spell between the 14th and 19th minute — with South African strike-partner Mich d’Avray assisting the first two and Kevin Steggles’ long ball sending me through for my treble.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSIt was one of those games when everything I did just clicked.Mich — standing in for Mariner — laid the ball into my path for No 4 and Eric Gates made the fifth for me, both in the second half.Despite scoring five goals, I have two regrets from the game.Ipswich forced into series of stadium changes for Premier League including ref massage room and Wag-friendly VIP boxesOne is that I should have had SIX! Right at the end, I squared the ball to d’Avray when I’m confident I would have scored — and he blasted over.But most frustratingly, this was the only game my wife, Jill, missed that season.It was an evening kick-off and she was running late getting home from work. I told her it was going to be a tough game against top-of-the-table Southampton, so she stayed at home instead.Another funny footnote is that back then we only mainly played with one match ball and it had been kicked out of the ground during the second half.The local paper organised a campaign to try to find it and get it back to me and sure enough it was found about ten days later!I scored 28 goals for Ipswich that season, in all competitions, and I vividly remember four days after hitting these five goals I scored one of the best goals of my career in a 2-0 victory at Leeds.When you look at the league table, both ourselves and Liverpool were sixth and seventh but we had games in hand on all the teams above us.We went on a great run picking up 13 wins between this game and the end of the season, yet were still overtaken by Liverpool. They went unbeaten in their last 15, picking up 41 out of possible 45 points. They were an incredible side.It was the second successive season where we finished runners-up, having been just pipped to top spot by Aston Villa, a side in which Gary Shaw played such a huge part with 18 league goals.Gary Shaw passed away aged 63 earlier this weekCredit: RexI was devastated to have to talk about his passing this week at just 63 years of age. He was an outstanding goalscorer.It’s mad to think this game was over 42 years ago, but then I have been presenting at talkSPORT for 25 years.I was reliably informed the day after this five-goal haul, Saints’ manager Lawrie McMenemy got in touch with Scotland manager Jock Stein and told him that I should be part of his World Cup squad for the finals in Spain.As a result I was called up and was the youngest member of the squad. It remains one of my proudest moments to have kicked off Scotland’s finals campaign against New Zealand — a 5-2 victory in Malaga.Talking of pride, the wonderful story of Ipswich climbing from League One back to the Premier League this season is brilliant for my old club and its fans.The next greatest achievement for manager Kieran McKenna and the squad is to stay in the top flight. Anything 17th or above will feel like a trophy-winning campaign for me.READ MORE SUN STORIESI have such a huge affiliation to the club having started my career and spent seven unforgettable years at Portman Road.I still live between Ipswich and Colchester and to see the buzz in the area, with banners and the feel-good factor from McKenna and the club, has brought all the memories flooding back of our golden era.Brazil reckons Kieran McKenna can bring the glory days back to IpswichCredit: Getty More

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      BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones stuns in low cut dress as she shows off ‘new talent’ to adoring fans

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      EMMA LOUISE JONES showed off her talents as a “brass band conductor” while presenting horse racing coverage in a stunning white dress.The die-hard Leeds fan, 34, took a step back from broadcasting duties in June due to health issues.Emma Jones stunned in a low-cut white dress for the horse racing in YorkCredit: INSTAGRAM @eljonesukShe also showed off a newfound talent at the racingCredit: INSTAGRAM @eljonesukEmma was seen conducting a brass band in a hilarious clipCredit: INSTAGRAM @eljonesukBut she has now returned to hosting Raceday TV’s coverage alongside former Love Island contestant Frankie Foster.On Wednesday, Emma presented from York as she pulled on a low-cut white dress for the occasion.But it was outside of her presenting duties where she caught the eye as she was filmed conducting a brass band.Emma was seen performing the hand gestures for the musicians as she had some fun in the novelty role.READ MORE ON EMMA LOUISE JONESAnd she shared the clip on Instagram alongside a brilliant caption.She said: “Didn’t have becoming a brass band conductor on my bingo card for 2024 but I think I’ve found a new niche 🤣”Another great day presenting with @raceday.rtv! 🎤.”Many of Emma’s 421,000 followers poured in with their reactions as they hailed her newfound talent.Most read in FootballOne said: “Is there no end to your talents Emma? ❤️”Another added: “Living your best life girl! Love it!”‘Breathtaking’ BBC Sports presenter Emma Louise Jones stuns in daring low cut dress as she hosts major awards dinnerA third joked: “I see a new career on the horizon 😂😂😂.”While a fourth responded: “Someone has the moves 🤩🤩🤩.”Emma began her career as a freelance journalist for Channel 5 News and has since featured on Football Focus, MOTDx and ViaPlay. Emma Louise Jones is a popular BBC sports presenterCredit: Instagram / @eljonesukJones covers rugby league for the BBC alongside other sportsCredit: Twitter / @eljonesukJones had put together a strong social media game and can boast over a quarter of a million followersCredit: Instagram / @eljonesukJones loves to share glam pics with her legion of followersCredit: instagramJones’ posts attract a lot of engagement from her followersCredit: Instagram, @eljones90 More

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      Sky Sports presenter Kate Tracey sizzles in bikini and goes braless in daring dress but fans joke ‘shame about the cap’

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      SKY SPORTS presenter Kate Tracey had fans gushing over her holiday pictures – but took some flak for her choice of cap. The racing host shared snaps from her summer break in Marbella posing in a braless purple dress and bikini. Presenter Kate Tracey had fans gushing over her holiday picturesCredit: instagram @katetraceyxThe racing host shared snaps from her summer break in MarbellaCredit: instagram @katetraceyxFans rushed to her comment sectionCredit: instagram @katetraceyxKate’s choice of Aston Villa cap did not go unnoticedCredit: instagram @katetraceyxFans picked up on the Villa capCredit: instagram @katetraceyxFans rushed to her comment section but her choice of Aston Villa cap did not go unnoticed. One said: “Stunning, shame about the team on the cap though.” Another added: “Wow, you look incredible.”One commented: “And best of all… she’s a Villa fan!”READ MORE IN SPORTAnother joked: “Wow, you look incredible.” Kate is one of a number of women dominating the sporting TV landscape.She grew up in Cornwall with a dad who was a huge sports fan. It was by chance that she fell in love with the horses.She told SunSport: “We went to Warwick races when we visited family.Most read in Football”It was the worst day’s racing imaginable, the quality of races was horrific, the weather was worse, but that was it. I was completely hooked.”I was five and I thought that was where I wanted to direct my life.”Kate is one of a number of women dominating the sporting TV landscapeCredit: Instagram @katetraceyxShe grew up in Cornwall with a dad who was a huge sports fanCredit: Instagram @katetraceyxKate revealed it was by chance that she fell in love with the horsesCredit: Instagram / @katetraceyxShe is a big hit on social mediaCredit: Instagram @katetraceyxSky Racing presenter Kate Tracey reveals how she got her big break and the trolling she faces online More

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      Austria vs Turkey – Euro 2024: Get £40 in free bets plus 50 free spins with Tote

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      AUSTRIA clash with Turkey at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig with the winner to face either Romania or Holland in the quarter-finals.And bookmakers Tote are celebrating with a superb bonus offer.New Tote punters who register an account and stake a tenner will receive a £20 free bet to spend on football, a £20 bonus on horse racing plus an extra 50 free spins in the casino!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereAustria vs Turkey: Get £50 welcome bonus – Claim here*Austria vs Turkey – Euro 2024: Get £40 in free bets plus 50 free spins with ToteCredit: TOTEAustria vs Turkey: Get £50 welcome bonus – Claim here*How to claim..Tote special offerVisit the Tote website HERE*Register a brand new account using the Promo Code: B10G50Deposit and place your first bet of at least £10 on either racing pools or Euro 2024 footballOnce your Qualifying Bet is settled you will receive a £50 welcome bonusAustria vs Turkey: Get £50 welcome bonus – Claim here*Are you ready for Tote’s new adventure?Tote have always been synonymous with racing, but they are entering a new frontier with a brand new sportsbook!From a bet on European Championship football to a punt on the next Major winner in golf, Tote have a full range of sports markets available from across the globe, each and every day.Tote also have a fantastic promotion available for brand new customers with a colossal £50 welcome bonus including 50 free spins up for grabs.It’s easy to claim. Simply visit the Tote website and register a new account using the Promo Code: B10G50Once that’s sorted, deposit and place your first bet of at least £10 on either racing pools or football.Once your Qualifying Bet is settled — win or lose — you will receive a £20 free bet to spend on football, £20 bonus on horse racing plus an extra 50 free spins!Austria vs Turkey: Get £50 welcome bonus – Claim here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFor help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G50 on registration. £/€10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £/€10 Place). Receive £/€20 Tote Credit, £/€20 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. More