Cashel Palace Hotel Stakes is day two feature at RDS

It’s Ladies’ Day at the 2023 Dublin Horse Show and the main class in the International Arena is the Cashel Hotel Palace Stakes this afternoon.

Bertram Allen, Shane Sweetnam and Alexander Butler, all recent winners of the competition, will bid to join American rider McLain Ward as the only repeat winner of the class, having won it in 2019 and 2013.

It was in 2018 that an Irish rider last won, when Kanturk’s Shane Sweetnam and Indra van de Oude Heiheof took the win by just 0.59 seconds.

With Irish riders having taken victory on only four occasions from 2011, both Daniel Coyle with Legacy and Bertram Allen and Pacino Amiro will be be among the favourites to increase that winning number. They will be ably supported in the quest for an Irish win by Michael Duffy and Zilton SL Z and Trevor Breen and Highland President.

Statistical information kindly provided by Equiratings.

Are There Any Tricks To Win On Online Slot Machines?

All online casino enthusiasts love playing slots. Despite being beginner-friendly, online slots are also a top choice for professional gamblers. If you are familiar with slots, you have wondered at least once whether you can manipulate them for bigger wins. Let’s find out whether it’s possible to manipulate online slots for bigger wins.

Can You Rig Online Slots For Better Payouts?

In the history of gambling, you will encounter various stories of manipulating slots. Some of the world-class examples of casino cheats are as follows:

Dennis Nikrasch: He was a locksmith who used homemade tools to trick different slot machines and managed to win around $15 million.
Tommy Glenn Carmichael created the infamous monkey paw to swindle money from American and Caribbean casinos.
Louis Colavechhio: He used to produce counterfeit currency for tricking software inside casino machines.

Online slots are difficult to rig because they lack accessible hardware. But even for land-based slots with physical hardware, you will find sporadic ways of tricking them. Moreover, it’s difficult to manipulate slots because most of the old tricks in the book have already been detected.

Does that mean you can never win while playing online slots? That’s different because many players have managed to win big from playing slot games. You can win on online slot machines without using any illegal means.

Tips And Tricks For Winning Slots

Some of the best tips and tricks for winning on online slots are as follows:

1.Play Games with High RTP

Jeffrey Gynn – Slotsup reviewer recommends trying out slots with high RTPs. The RTP of a slot can give you an idea of its paying potential. All slots with high RTPs are likely to pay higher winnings. Slots with a minimum RTP of 96% are highly recommended for higher payouts. But you should try to find slots with even higher RTPs.

Some of the best slots with high RTPs are as follows:

Slot Name	Software Provider	RTP
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Starmania	NextGen Gaming	97.87%
White Rabbit	Big Time Gaming	97.72%
Medusa Megways	NextGen Gaming	97.63%
Guns N’ Roses	NetEnt	96.98%

2. Take Advantage Of Bonus Codes

Using cheat codes was a popular method of tricking land-based slots. In online slots, you won’t be able to use cheat codes. But you can find various casinos offering bonus codes to boost players’ bankroll. Therefore, always look for bonus codes while signing up at a casino and making deposits.

3. Check The Volatility

Low volatility slots offer more frequent wins. But the catch is that the winning amount needs to be higher. On the other hand, high-volatility slots rarely offer payouts. But when they do, the amount is significant.

You should check out the volatility of a game and pick one according to your risk appetite. For instance, the Wisdom of Athena demo slot tested by Jeffrey Gynn is considered a high-volatility slot. While the game has an RTP of 96.07%, everyone does not prefer the high volatility.

Several players prefer low-volatility games because it enables them to keep playing for a long duration. A few popular low-volatility slots to check out are as follows:

Starburst
Crystal Vault
Cornelius
Wolf Run
Milkshake XXXtreme

4. Leverage Free Spins And Bonus Rounds

A large number of slots come with free spins and bonus rounds. They are an excellent opportunity to make money and offer a lot of thrill and excitement. Therefore, consider choosing slots with free spins and bonus rounds and take full advantage of them.

5. Place Your Wagers Carefully

Many slot guides and reviews will recommend you place the maximum wager. While it is a helpful tip for slot players, being aware of random number generators is crucial. No matter how many paylines you wager on, these generators offer the same chance of winning.

Irrespective of the number of reels, symbols, and paylines on a slot machine, your chance of winning the jackpot will be 1 out of 1000. So, what’s the point of placing the maximum bet?

The benefit is that the paytable gives you a small sum of winnings when you hit other combinations. You can win on various combinations if you wager on all the paylines.

But it would help to consider multiple factors before maxing out your bet. The amount is one of these betting parameters. Maximizing your paylines will increase your expense and potential losses. If the stakes are minimal, it is acceptable to place the maximum wager.

Additionally, the volatility of the slot is quite crucial in this respect. High volatility indicates fewer winnings but big rewards. But for the big rewards, you will have to place high wagers. In this case, maxing out your bet is only prudent when you have a huge bankroll to fall back on.

6. Look For No Deposit Bonuses

No-deposit bonuses are a great way of earning real money from slots for free. The payouts from no deposit bonuses can go as high as $20. These bonuses will enable you to spin the reels for free. If you are lucky, you will win a substantial amount to withdraw whenever you want.

But no deposit bonuses are scarce. Moreover, slot machines come with a wagering requirement for no deposit bonuses. Therefore, you must fulfill the playthrough requirements to be eligible for withdrawals.

7. Play The Games In Demo Mode At SlotsUp

Every online slot is different, and we all have our preferences. Before spending real money on a slot, trying its demo version on SlotsUp is always recommended. Playing the demo mode of slot games will cost you nothing. You will become familiar with the mechanics of the slots offered by various software providers.

For instance, you can play Pragmatic Play slots for free in demo mode to understand whether the games suit your preferences. After that, you can begin playing for real money and enhance your winning chance.

8. Play At Odd Hours

Several players have managed to win big from slots by playing at odd hours. With multiple players online during peak hours, slot machines receive millions of spins each minute. If you play slots while most players are sleeping or at work, you will have greater chances of winning.

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Parting Words

Resorting to illegal ways of manipulating slots can make you face grave consequences like imprisonment and monetary fines. Once you choose slots from top providers and become familiar with their mechanism in demo mode, you automatically develop a higher chance of winning. So get started with exploring different slots now!

Shane Sweetnam and Out of the Blue Scf secure third Irish win

Shane Sweetnam & Out of the Blue Scf — Shane Sweetnam and Out of the Blue Scf lead the victory lap after taking the Sport Ireland Classic. Credit: Breandán Ó hUallacháin.

Shane Sweetnam and Out of the Blue Scf won the final International class in the Main Arena on the opening day of this year’s Dublin Horse Show.

The US-based Kanturk native and the nine-year-old mare Out of the Blue Scf were last of the 46 combinations to go in the Sport Ireland Classic, the day’s premier class.

Spaniard Eduardo Alvarez Aznar and Legend had held the lead for much of the competition with a clear in 66.88 seconds.

With the Irish combination last into the arena, they produced the 19th clear round of the class, and stopped the timer at 66.15 seconds, giving them the €8,646 first prize.

The win for the home nation continued the excellent form of Irish riders in the Sport Ireland Classic, having taking victory seven of the last 10 years prior to today.

Max Wachman, riding Coolmore Showjumping’s Quintini, was next in the line-up, with a time of 67.10 seconds, while his trainer and Olympic medallist Cian O’Conor claimed fourth spot aboard Tipperary (67.54).

Swiss Steve Guerdat was fifth in a time of 67.99 seconds with Albfuehren’s Maddox.

Shane Breen who had 6 clear rounds in this class since 2010, maintained his excellent record, with finishing clear in 68.20 seconds with Cuick Star Kervec, good enough for a 6th place finish.

Statistical information kindly provided by Equiratings.

Jessica Burke and Impulss win The Minerva Stakes

The good form shown by Irish combinations this morning in the Speed Stakes continued into the early afternoon in the Main Arena at the RDS.

Jessica Burke took the Minerva Stakes going clear in 60.54 seconds.

The Galway rider and her willing companion Impulss showed they meant business from the moment their round began. They attacked the course with determination and claimed the second International class of day one by more than three seconds, in a competition that saw 17 clears.

Britain’s Sienna Charles and Valkiry de Zance took the runner-up spot, stopping the clock, clear in 64.00 seconds.

Irish riders filled the next three places with Shane Breen and Z7 Ipswich third in 65.82 seconds, with the Coyle brothers from Derry filling the next two spots.

Daniel and Legacy were fourth in 66.38 seconds, with Jordan and For Gold next best with a time of 66.49 seconds.

Nick Grigg wins European U20 Championships silver medal

Nick Griggs 2 — Nick Grigg claimed a silver medal in Jerusalem. Image provided by Athletics Ireland.

Candour Track Club’s Nick Griggs won a silver medal in the 3,000m at the European Athletics U20 Championships in Jerusalem.

Griggs clocked 8:45.69 in a brave defence of the 3,000m title he won two years ago.

The Tyrone native took the bell well positioned before unleashing a run for home with 300m to go. Swede Jonathan Grahn was the only athlete to stay on Griggs’ and both athletes rounded the final bend side by side. The Swede managed to pass the defending champion in the final 80 metres to cross in a winning time of 8:44.67. Briton Bradley Giblin claimed the bronze medal in 8:47.26.

Speaking after his silver medal win, Griggs said:

“This was driving me all season, to come here and defend my title, so I’m disappointed. I’ll take some time to reflect, and I’ll head to Budapest in ten days which I’m really excited about. I’ll go out there and give it a go, there’s no pressure on me so I can just go out and see what happens”.

Grigg will represent Ireland at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Budapest over 1500m.

Mikey Pender and HHS Vancouver win Speed Stakes at Dublin Horse Show

Mikey Pender & HHS Vancouver — Mikey Pender and HHS Vancouver on their way to victory in the Speed Stakes at Dublin Horse Show. Credit: Breandán Ó hUallacháin.

Ireland had a great start to the Dublin Horse Show in the RDS on Wednesday morning.

Mikey Pender and HHS Vancouver lead home an Irish clean sweep with the home nation filling the first five places in the Speed Stakes.

Pender and HHS Vancouver were last to go of 51 competitors in the first International class of this year’s show and produced a clear round in 57.23 seconds to knock his compatriot Richard Howley off the top spot.

Howley and Mansini Ltd has lead on 57.62 before Kildare native Pender produced the fastest time of the class.

Séamus Hughes Kennedy, who had been in pole position for much of the competition, evenntually finished in third position with Cuffesgrange Cavadora, clear in 60.23 seconds.

Tipperary’s Tom Wachman and Cathalina S were next best with a stopping the timers clear in 61.18 seconds, while Derry’s Jordan Coyle with Eristov claimed fifth place with a clear round in a time of 62.14 seconds.

Dublin Horse Show gets underway at the RDS today

It’s day one of the 2023 Dublin Horse Show at the RDS in Ballsbridge.

The Show, now its 148th year, will runs from today, Wednesday until Sunday evening.

The highlight of the five-day show sill be the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup for the award of the Aga Khan Trophy on Friday afternoon.

Michael Blake’s Irish team will bid to successfully defend the trophy which they won last year.

The first International competition in the Main Arena, the Speed Stakes, will get underway this morning at 11.25am.

There will be also be action throughout the week in Simmonscourt, Ring 1 and Ring 2.

Further information can be found on the Dublin Horse Show website.

Betting and Entertainment: The Fusion of Sports and Digital Gaming

People have always loved watching athletes in their element.

They have cheered them on from the sidelines, bought their merchandise, and done what they can to support their favorite teams and players.

And for many of these fans, living vicariously through these athletes was the norm. After all, they did not have the talent to play in the big leagues like them. So, all they could do was watch and hope their favorites lived out their wildest fantasies. But then, something changed – average fans could now be part of the sports world in a much bigger capacity. We look at how this situation has evolved:

The Evolution of Sports and Digital Gaming

When the internet was a fairly new concept, many had difficulty imagining the future. But soon enough, it became clear that this new technology would set a pace that would benefit sports fans in the following ways:

1. Sports Betting

Fans could now back their wagers with money. Before the internet, few fans had access to bookies due to geographical limitations. Additionally, the wager costs and payouts were not always promising. But with the internet giving rise to bookies like Bet365, fans could support their teams with wagers. And they cost them less than physical bookies, allowed them to make money on the side, and enabled them to foster their love for the game. Sports betting has become a billion-dollar industry that attracts more punters daily. And it now includes additional features like mobile apps, streaming sites, live betting, micro-bets, and more. It’s a gift that keeps giving and has contributed to increased interest in worldwide sports.

2. Fantasy Sports

Besides placing wagers on their favorites, fans soon realized they could also be athletes. Fantasy sports games allowed them to play games, build on their skills, and compete in tournaments. So, fans used their knowledge to further their fantasy careers. And as luck would have it, the internet growth allowed fans to turn these fantasies into careers. Many started playing professional sports games and were lucky enough to use this as a source of revenue in the following ways:

● They could compete in tournaments and get paid for winning,

● They could share their gaming knowledge through blogs and vlogs, and

● They could advertise merchandise, e.g., gaming gear and clothes.

Good players became so popular that they also started garnering fans worldwide. This industry has grown to be part of the evolving e-sports industry worth millions of dollars. It allows punters to wager on these virtual games and make money from correct predictions. And it is now a recognized career worldwide, with many young players spending hours honing their skills to make it in this competitive field.

Why the Change?

Much of this evolution owes to the following:

– More people have access to the internet: Internet connections have become more widespread and faster over the years. Thus, fans can access information about sports and gaming quickly.

– Smartphones have become cheaper over the years: In the past, gaming and sports were available on desktops. But now, smartphone manufacturers have increased, enabling fans to purchase devices with a few tens of dollars. This growth has been especially evident in developing countries which have witnessed the highest increase in gaming in the last decade.

– Games have become more available in stores: Most game developers have eased access to games by launching them in Android and iOS stores. So, fans just need to download the games and start playing without incurring too many costs.

The increased interest in micro-betting and betting exchanges has made wagering on sports and fantasy games even more accessible. And with the metaverse launching soon, the link between sports and gaming will only grow stronger. And with VR headsets now costing less than when they first launched, most people will hop on this new trend.

Free entry to Saturday’s Keeneland Phoenix Stakes at The Curragh

Twelve two-year-olds stand their ground for the Keeneland Phoenix Stakes at The Curragh on Saturday.

The Coventry Stakes winner at Royal Ascot in June, River Tiber, will bid to maintain his unbeaten race record and give his trainer Aidan O’Brien another success in the Group 1 contest.

Westmeath-based handler Adrian Murray is aiming for the biggest win of his training career to date as he saddles the GAIN Railway Stakes winner, Bucanero Fuerta.

The son of Wootton Bassett will again meet Givemethebeatboys, who finished three-quarters of a length behind him in the Group 2 Coventry Stakes.

Other notable Irish entries include Albany Stakes winner Porta Fortuna, His Majesty, Unquestionable, Valiant Force and Gaenari.

There is FREE admission for all on Saturday, thanks to the Irish National Professional Bookmakers Association. The first race is off at 1.40pm.

Ireland Squad for Aga Khan Trophy Defence

Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) Show Jumping High Performance Director Michael Blake has named his squad for Friday’s Nations Cup competition for the Aga Khan Trophy.

The Irish Show Jumping team will bid to defend the title they won at the RDS last year. This season, Ireland has placed second last week’s five-star Nations Cup in Hickstead, and earlier in the season achieved wins in Rome and Langley, Canada.

Speaking ahead of the Dublin Horse Show, which begins on Wednesday and runs until Sunday, Michael Blake said:

“We have had a very good year so far. We bring forward a very strong squad, who have displayed excellent Nations Cup form this year. There are some strong teams for this year’s renewal of the Aga Khan Trophy, but I am confident that we have an equally strong team. We have the added advantage of the amazing support from the home fans.

The squad in alphabetical order is:

Daniel Coyle riding Legacy, owned by Ariel Grange and Daniel Coyle.
Michael P Duffy riding Cinca 3, owned by Hibernian Sport Horses Ltd.
Cian O’Connor riding Eve D’ouilly, owned by Nicole Walker.
Michael Pender riding HHS Calais, owned by Bravo Hughes Ltd.
Shane Sweetnam riding James Kann Cruz, owned by Gizmo Partners LLC.

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