Ben Halls
A Mug's Game: How Twitter Tipsters Are Profiting on Losing Bets
Operating in an unregulated corner of the internet, Twitter tipsters can earn money when the very people they are advising lose their bets. Despite their ties to major bookmakers, many ignore industry guidelines without facing sanctions.
Super Bowl Britannia: How We Celebrate America's Sporting Centrepiece
This Sunday, America will come to a standstill as Super Bowl fever grips the nation. But how do British fans experience this intense festival of Americana?
Embracing the Electric Revolution in Pursuit of Speed
In the future, traditional combustion engines could be supplanted by electric motors. But regardless of where the power's coming from, the end goal will remain unchanged: to develop ever-faster cars.
Mika Hakkinen's Son Quits Racing to Pursue Football Career
Another Hakkinen has quit racing — and this one's only 15 years old.
England vs France: A Comfortingly Routine Affair Against a Dark Backdrop
Last night, France travelled to Wembley to play England. It was billed as a significant symbolic event following last week's attacks in Paris, but the reality was a comfortingly normal mid-week international match in London.
Turning A British Crowd American
At the first NFL game staged at Wembley back in 2007, the crowd acted like they were watching a game of cricket. But last Sunday's encounter showed that attitudes are shifting – and becoming more American.
Far From Home: A British Perspective on America's Game
Widely known as America's pastime, baseball is the greatest sporting embodiment of Americana. But what does the sport look like to British eyes more used to football and rugby than home runs and minor leagues?
The NFL Should Visit London, But Not Stay
While London enjoys its regular visits by the NFL, the city is not ready for its own franchise.
What's it Like Being a British NFL Fan?
The NFL is an increasingly mainstream sport in the UK. That transition has led to a more accessible sport, but it also has its drawbacks.
Fighting Back: How Boxers Recover From the Death of an Opponent
When a boxer dies from injuries sustained in the ring, their final opponent must fight a very different battle to make sense of what has happened.
The Vicious Cycle Alienating F1 Fans
As F1 chases huge sanctioning fees from new markets, it risks alienating the European fans it needs to survive in the long term.
Fake Sport, Real Death: The Bizarre Relationship Between Pro Wrestling and Fatality
Professional wrestling is fake, but when a competitor loses their life, the 'sport' is forced to confront some very grim realities.