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Aaron Shields

Aaron originally joined Casino.org's review team in 2018 before moving to the blog as a full-time writer. From betting tips to the latest transfer rumors, he's our go-to guy for all things sport-related.

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Revealed: What Really Happens To Your Body And Brain When You Play FIFA

Research by Dr Andrea Utley, Reader in Motor Control and Development, University of Leeds, commissioned by Casino.org. The wait for...
September 28, 2021 4 min read
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Sports

Exclusive Interview: Sir Geoff Hurst Speaks Out On The Issue Of Dementia In Football Players

We sit down with England’s 1966 World Cup final hat-trick hero, Sir Geoff Hurst, to discuss the issue of dementia...
June 8, 2021 5 min read
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Sports

The Odds Of Making It To The NFL

May means NFL draft time - typically one of the most watched offseason sports events, as teams hoover up talent...
May 4, 2021 3 min read
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Sports Top 10s

10 Sports Stars Who Have Been Knighted

For a sports star in the UK, being recognized and rewarded with a knighthood for contributions to the sporting world...
April 5, 2021 5 min read
Sports

The Odds Of Making It To MLB

The 2021 Major League Baseball (MLB) season is about to get underway with Opening Day today, on April 1, as...
April 1, 2021 2 min read
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Which Sports Teams Have The Most Women In Leadership?

The world’s biggest companies have been being urged to make their boardrooms more diverse for years, and while things may...
March 29, 2021 3 min read
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The World’s Most Expensive Pieces Of Sporting Memorabilia

Sporting memorabilia comes in all shapes and sizes, from signed shirts and photos to the winning ball or stick. The...
March 23, 2021 3 min read
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Analysis Reveals COVID-19 Cost MLB $5.13 Billion In 2020

2020 was a disastrous year for sport. COVID-19 caused the shutdowns of all major leagues throughout the world, including the...
March 20, 2021 2 min read
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Sports

The Most Outrageous Dennis Rodman Stories Ever

Ah, Dennis Rodman. For NBA fans and beyond, the blockbuster basketball superstar is a gift that keeps on giving. Now...
February 17, 2021 4 min read
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Industry

The GameStop Saga Has Had People Googling The Completely Wrong Thing

If you’re one of the people who’s been Googling 'gamestop what is happening' on the sly during the past week,...
February 2, 2021 1 min read
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Sports Top 10s

The Top 10 Female Horse Jockeys Of All Time

A University of Liverpool study found in 2018 that female jockeys made up just over five percent of all rides...
January 11, 2021 6 min read
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Sports Top 10s

Top 10 Richest Esports Players Ever

The world of Esports seems to grow every year. From its origins as a niche hobby, it has now turned...
December 16, 2020 4 min read
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Sports Top 10s

Top 10 Richest Racing Drivers Ever

Racing comes in many different shapes and sizes, from Formula One through to drag racing. The best drivers in the...
November 15, 2020 4 min read
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Guides How-To

How To Become A Bookmaker

Ever wondered what it takes to be a bookie? Some of the giants of the betting industry – Coral, Paddy...
October 8, 2020 7 min read
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Infographics Sports

41% Of Football Fans Won’t Attend Games Due To Concerns Of Contracting Coronavirus

Even for non-football fans, the NFL's 2020 season represented a glimmering light of hope amidst the pandemic. While other professional...
August 6, 2020 5 min read
Guides Sports

Everything You Need To Know About Prop Betting

You may have heard the term 'prop bets' or 'props' in relation to gambling on sports events. What does it...
July 12, 2020 6 min read
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Sports Top 10s

The Top 10 Most Famous Racehorses Of All Time

Famous racehorses live on through the ages. Memorable names conjure up images of the biggest horse races, dominant performances, and...
July 7, 2020 6 min read
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Sports Top 10s

Top 10 Horse Racing Tracks In The World

There are few things in life that match the experience of going to a horse race track for a big...
July 3, 2020 8 min read
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Guides Sports

Top 10 Worst (and Funniest) Doping Excuses In History

You only need to look at Russia for proof that we’re entering a new “no-nonsense” era when it comes to...
June 25, 2020 7 min read
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Sports Top 10s

Top 10 Gay NFL Players Who Are Truly Inspirational

Every year, 32 teams compete in the NFL, with each team having 53 players. That’s a total of 1,696 players...
June 20, 2020 4 min read
Guides Sports

The Top 10 Horse Jockeys Of All Time

Famous jockeys are part and parcel of horse racing. Measuring their success is extremely subjective, however. There are different ways...
June 12, 2020 6 min read