Rob Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 you know what they say - perfect preperation prevents poor performance (or summert like that) So, I was wondering if anyone has any tips for the forthcoming olympic games. I know that not many bookies have odds for individual events at the moment, but I thought it would be useful to get tips now before people are 'brainwashed' by the bookies odds. In my opinion it is eaiser to indentify value when you make your selections, THEN look at the odds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bozzers corner Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 Kim Collins I'm on Kim Collins at 10's with Ladbrokes - they have over reacted on the yank trails last week - yeah the americans ran fast but Kim Collins is quality and consistant - with no one running well last year I'm surprised by Mo Greene running so quick - hopefully they all peaked too early. We shall see I guess. :ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted July 20, 2004 Author Share Posted July 20, 2004 The Olympics I can't see past an american winning it, but I reckon a back and lay on collins isn't a bad shout. If he runs sub 10 secs on his way to the final his odds should tumble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted July 22, 2004 Author Share Posted July 22, 2004 The Olympics Just had a look at Collins, has a seasons best of 10.21 That will be nowhere near quick enough. Darren Campbell has certainly matched that this year (in the same race) and he is 100/1 at ladbrokes! Also Collins' PB is only 9.98, Similar to Mark Lewis Francis who's also 100/1 I fear the Yanks may clean up this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Saint Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 10/1!! Seems v big to me. He won with somethingt o spare at the World Championship. Can't belivee he's 10s. Maybe not the most likely winner but massive value all the same... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffers Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Re: 10/1!! Saint, Did you even read emersonthome's post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Saint Posted July 24, 2004 Share Posted July 24, 2004 Yes. Yes. I'm not saying Collins is the most likely winner - just that he is good value at 10/1... This is a concept many losing punters cannot grasp.... :p ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffers Posted July 25, 2004 Share Posted July 25, 2004 Re: Yes. I know that, but surely someone with a season's best of 10.21 doesn't represent value in an Olympic field, even at 16/1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Joe Mavis Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Olympics Okay let the games begin............. Have been doing a little research and reading a few papers regarding a couple of events in the olympics was wondering if anyone has any input on my selections and other events. The events involved are the decathalon and lightweight boxing. Men's Decathalon: From what i hear there are only two men who can win this event and they are Tom Papas and Roman Sebrbe. I have no odds at the moment so if anyone knows any price's please let us know. Lightweight Boxing:Mario Kidman,I hear this young guy is @#%$ hot and a very very good chance to take home the gold medal.Also no prices available to me at the minute. joe mavis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Puntalot Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 The Olympics I have a gut feeling for Gatlin, young hungry american that looks set to dominate for a few years imo. No idea what's wrong with Lewis-Francis but the kid is class, maybe he needs to work with Linford on the mental aspect, this could be his weakness. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted July 30, 2004 Author Share Posted July 30, 2004 The Olympics ok how do you like this, The mens 400 is between wariner and francique isn't it? back em both at betfair for a profit of 50% Also thinking of laying El Gerrouj (no carry on style jokes please), i think his days of domination are over. finally, maybe that oriental fella could upset hot favourite Allen Johnson in the 110 hurdles (not so sure on this one though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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