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08
Sep
As September settles in, it is time for one of the most prestigious and awaited flat horse racing events to take centrestage. Betfred St Leger Festival 2026 is scheduled to take place between Thursday, 10 September and Sunday, 13 September at its traditional venue of the Doncaster Racecourse. It will include one of the glorious races of the British Classics, St Leger Stakes, as its headline. This year the race celebrates its 250th anniversary.
This year the St Leger Festival will open with The British Stallion Studs ‘Carrie Red’ EBF Fillies Nursery Handicap Stakes as its first race, while The...
08
Sep
Tennis spin changes how the ball travels through the air and how it reacts after the bounce. This glossary explains common tennis spin terms, from topspin and backspin to slice and spin rate.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
Spin in Tennis
Spin in tennis is the rotation of the ball as it travels through the air. Different types of spin can change the ball's flight, speed, and bounce.
Topspin Forehand in Tennis
A topspin forehand in tennis is a forehand hit with forward rotation on the ball. The spin helps the ball dip into the court and bounce higher.
Topspin Backhand in Tennis
A topspin backhand in tennis is a...
08
Sep
What is Slice in Tennis
Slice in tennis is a shot that puts backspin on the ball. The ball usually travels lower over the net and stays low after the bounce. Slice is most often used on the backhand side.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
Detailed Explanation
A slice in tennis is created by hitting under and through the ball. The racket starts above the contact point and moves forward as it comes down towards the ball. This creates backward rotation, or backspin.
The spin changes the flight and bounce of the ball. A slice usually travels lower than a topspin shot. It also tends to stay low...
08
Sep
What is Topspin in Tennis
Topspin in tennis is forward rotation applied to the ball. It makes the ball dip towards the court during flight and bounce higher after landing. Players commonly use topspin on forehands and backhands.JTNDc2NyaXB0JTIwdHlwZSUzRCUyMnRleHQlMkZqYXZhc2NyaXB0JTIyJTIwc3JjJTNEJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZqcy43YmV0LnBhcnRuZXJzJTJGamF2YXNjcmlwdC5waHAlM0ZwcmVmaXglM0RnMHRwcEFNSVpFbTdqUEZ6Ml9HckFXTmQ3WmdxZFJMayUyNmFtcCUzQm1lZGlhJTNENDczJTI2YW1wJTNCY2FtcGFpZ24lM0Q0MCUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRnNjcmlwdCUzRQ==
Detailed Explanation
Topspin in tennis is created by brushing the racket up the back of the ball. The racket follows a low-to-high swing path. This makes the ball rotate forward as it travels across the net.
The spin changes the flight of the ball. A topspin shot can travel higher over the net and then dip back towards the court. This gives the player more...
08
Sep
It is that time of the year again when top tier football clubs of Europe come together to contest for the title of the champions. UEFA Champions League is starting its 2026/2027 season. Match day 1 out of 8 will take place between Tuesday, 8 September and Thursday, 10 September.
One of the matches played on Wednesday, 9 September will see Italian Napoli and English Arsenal play their first match of the season. It will take place at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples. The kick off time is 8:00 pm BST, or 9:00 pm local time. In the...
08
Sep
The Champions League returns with the league phase kicking off in September. On matchday 1, the champions of the 2025 season, Liverpool, will host Atlético Madrid for their first fixture. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, 9th September at 8:00 PM (BST).
Viewers in the UK can catch all the action at Anfield Stadium on TNT Sports and Amazon Prime Video. Liverpool’s Premier League campaign started with two draws, while Atlético secured two wins and a draw in La Liga. This fixture will be crucial for both teams as their first Champions League match.
Want to bet on it? Here’s what...
07
Sep
The 2026/27 season of Champions League is about to start. Thirty six teams will be playing eight matches each over the next four months. From there, 16 teams will progress to the knockout rounds and the final winner will be crowned in Madrid, Spain on 5th June 2027.
Manchester City begin their Champions League campaign on 8th September at 8:00 pm UK time at the Estádio do Dragão against FC Porto.
If you are interested in betting on this fixture, we give you the FC Porto vs Manchester City betting odds below, along with a preview of the top betting markets...
07
Sep
As in any racing sport, greyhound racing cards’ main function is to provide information about the race to race goers. First and foremost, it lists the runners with trap numbers for each as well as their recent form and trainer details. It also helps visitors find the right track and informs them about the race time, distance, and other key information.
In this guide we will take a close look at the main elements of a greyhound racing card and explain how to read them to get all the necessary information you will need to enjoy the race or make...
04
Sep
It’s set to be a high-profile clash on Sunday, 6th September, as title defenders Arsenal face six-time winners Chelsea at Emirates Stadium. The match kicks off at 16:30 UK time.
In their last 10 head-to-head games Arsenal won eight fixtures, while two ended in a draw. However, Chelsea won the FIFA Club World in 2025, so bettors should not underestimate them.
If you are interested in betting on this fixture, we give you the Arsenal vs Chelsea betting odds and common markets below.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Betting Odds
7bet offers competitive odds for all Premier League matches, including this fixture.
Please note that the...