Overcome your fear of FOMO (fear of missing out) with our savvy guide to the truly great sporting events you cannot afford to miss.You’d be foolhardy to pass up the opportunity of checking the racing tips to betting on a filly or two at one of the UK’s many big events in the horse racing calendar. Race cards at the ready as we give you the lowdown on the races you should be hot footing it to.
The Grand National
The highlight of the racing calendar, this is, by far, the most famous race in the sport. An awesome spectacle and a great day out, The Grand National sees forty horses and riders battle it out over thirty fences for the chance to be crowned the winner of this prestigious event
Cheltenham Festival
You’ll need stamina for this four day event as the races come thick and fast. There is always something going on to entertain you, and there are plenty of bets to place and winnings to be hauled away from this famous Gloucestershire based bash.
Royal Ascot
There is nothing quite like the glamour of Royal Ascot. Everyone who is anyone in the racing world can be seen backing their favourite at this prestigious event. Even the Queen herself can be seen at this not-to-be-missed market of mares. Just be sure to dust off your hat and heels before the event as the outfits on display get as much attention as the horses!
Formula One Monaco Grand Prix
If you prefer racing of a more high-octane nature, then make sure you clear your calendar for the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix. Set in the lavish and luxurious country of Monaco, this is the ‘Royal Ascot’ of the Formula One world. Yachts and supercars litter the trackside as cars roar around the closed roads of this usually quiet and quaint paradise. Pick a winner and you could be in receipt of some of the cash that country’s super rich residents enjoy.
FIFA World Cup
If you’re an England fan, it’s time to look away now! Summers of hope turn into winters of despair as yet another penalty is missed and the coach heads back to the airport. However, it’s not all doom and gloom as teams from around the world battle it out to be crowned the best. With over sixty matches to bet on and bookies around the globe offering smashing odds and offers, there is plenty to enjoy during one of the most popular sporting events in the world.
Winter Olympics
Held once every four years, the Winter Olympics never ceases to amaze and entertain with its range of events and quirky characters. From the adrenaline of the luge to the serenity and silence of the curling, there is something for everyone in this event packed full with opportunities to put a stake on an athlete or outcome. What the event provides in the way of spotting prowess it also provides in the way of quirky characters and bizarre events. Warm up your winnings with this unmissable event.