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Joe Lyons

Sports Editor

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Joe Lyons is a sports writer with years of experience on reputable sports and gambling websites. Joe has also been published by Nottingham Forest, working with the academy and senior teams to produce content on matchdays. He formerly covered the Premier League and EFL as an on-site reporter during the 2020/21 season for Prost International. He is an expert in a range of sports including soccer, basketball, horse racing and American football. Joe specialises in long form content alongside news, tips and betting. Joe has a keen eye for the sports betting industry in the USA which covers the NBA and NFL, tracking and analysing the market as it changes throughout the season.

Articles by Joe Lyons (190)

Nick Rockett Leads Home 1-2-3 For Willie Mullins In Dramatic Grand National Finish

Willie Mullins won the Grand National for a second consecutive year as his son Patrick steered Nick Rockett to victory in the world’s most famous race. Sent off a 33/1 shot, Nick Rockett won a third straight race following success in the Thyestes at Gowran Park in January and the Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse in […]

Joe Lyons  •  06 Apr 2025
Atletico Madrid willing to pay £65m to sign revitalised Man United flop Antony

La Liga giants Atletico Madrid want to sign revitalised Manchester United flop Antony in the wake of his significant improvement on loan at Real Betis. Antony Transfer News: Atletico Madrid Eye £65m Move For Man United Bust Antony has enjoyed a new lease of life since making the switch to Spain, tallying four goals and […]

Joe Lyons  •  06 Apr 2025
Hit Show wins dramatic $12 million Dubai World Cup to deny Mixto in USA 1-2 finish

80/1 shot Hit Show won the $6.9 million top prize in the Dubai World Cup for trainer Brad Cox to lead home an American 1-2 at Meydan. Dubai World Cup Result Hit Show landed the spoils in the hands of Florent Geroux in a shock result of the third-richest race on planet earth, springing an […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
What Is The 2025 Dubai World Cup Prize Money? Full Breakdown From 1st To 8th

The Dubai World Cup is one of the richest and most prestigious horse races on the planet, but how much prize money is on the table for competing in the Meydan showpiece? What Is The 2025 Dubai World Cup Prize Money? The Dubai World Cup is the third-richest horse race on the globe, trailing only the […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
Saudi Cup hero Forever Young heads field of 11 runners for 2025 Dubai World Cup

The Dubai World Cup is the third-richest horse race on planet and Saudi Cup hero Forever Young is the odds-on favourite to land yet another huge pot. Saudi Cup Hero Forever Young Heads Dubai World Cup Runners 2025 As per the best horse racing betting sites, Forever Young is as short as 1/2 to win […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
Ruby Walsh Grand National Tip: Two-Time Winner Makes Expert Picks For 2025

Have a look at two-time Grand National-winning jockey Ruby Walsh’s expert picks for Saturday’s £1 million feature race at Aintree. You can also see all our key 2025 Grand National trends here to help put history on your side. Ruby Walsh Grand National Tip It’s fair to say Ruby Walsh knows a thing or two […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
How Many Times Has Paul Nicholls Won The Grand National?

Paul Nicholls is one of the most decorated trainers in horse racing and has enjoyed success in countless major events over his career – but how many times has he landed the Grand National? Paul Nicholls won the Grand National in 2012 with Neptune Collonges The former champion jumps trainer Paul Nicholls has won the […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
How Many Times Has Nicky Henderson Won The Grand National?

Six-time British champion trainer Nicky Henderson is one of the most successful handlers in racing history – but how many times has he won the Grand National? How many times has Nicky Henderson won the Grand National? Considering Henderson’s fabulous record in horse racing, you’d expect the 75-year-old to have landed the Aintree Grand National […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
What Horse is Rachael Blackmore Riding in the Aintree Grand National 2025?

Horse racing’s most beloved jockey Rachael Blackmore will be a popular betting proposition in the Aintree Grand National 2025 and she’s expected to take the ride on last year’s bronze medalist.  Even if you’re not a day-to-day fan of horse racing, there’s a good chance you’ll sit down to catch the Grand National every year […]

Joe Lyons  •  05 Apr 2025
Jonbon wins second straight Melling Chase as El Fabiolo takes another tumble

Jonbon cruised to victory in the Grade 1 Melling Chase at the Aintree Grand National Festival to get back on track after a disappointing defeat at Cheltenham. Sent off the 4/6 favourite, Jonbon sat handily behind Matata and Protektorat who simply couldn’t lay up with the winner once they went up a gear. Willie Mullins’ […]

Joe Lyons  •  04 Apr 2025