Sports Do you research before betting?

[Caitlan]

Hey guys, I just got done replying to a thread about gut vs instinct and it made me wonder how often people do research. So my question for you all is do you research before betting?

 

[Tolly]

It depends. For football or something where I have time to plan ahead, then yes I'll check the form, weather, history of teams against each other, and so on. For something like the dogs where there are a lot of fast races in quick succession and it is more fun than making money, then it is down to a quick check on the dogs' details, any notes at the betting office and place the bets. The amount of research may vary but I don't like betting with no info at all.

 

[zohan]

I have to completely agree with you @Tolly. This is actually what makes me place wagers a few hours before a game of football starts.

A lot changes before the d-day. Dependable players missing out definitely changes the game's outcome. Research is important and we all agree it doesn't work always.

 

[Caitlan]

Hey Tolly and Zohan, you guys are totally right. Not doing any type of research could be costly, even though it doesn't always benefit you.