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Glen Atwell

Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA


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Sports Bet of the Day Brazil vs South Africa

June 25th 2009 10:33
Let's launch a new concept right here, right now:

Sport Talk's Best Sports Bet. It will probably happen everyday. And the bet will probably win. Don't stress if it's odds on - better to back a short price winner than a long odds loser.

Isn't that what they say?

We'll carry over the AFL Best Bet which stands at:

SPORT TALK'S BEST BETS
Bets: 8
Winning bets: 6
Return on $100: $425

The first sporting best bet of the day is:

Betfair Soccer - Confederations Cup - Brazil vs South Africa - Over/Under 4.5 Goals
BACK UNDER 4.5 GOALS AT $1.20 OR BETTER

This may be a goal feast for the Brazilians, but after the USA upset Spain, I'm confident South Africa won't concede 5 goals here.

We'll start with a bet of $100 to win $20 on this moral.

Results and the next Best Sports Bet tomorrow.

- Glen Atwell
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Rafa Nadal won't play Wimbledon due to knee tendinitis

June 19th 2009 18:29
World number one Rafael Nadal will miss Wimbledon due to long-standing problems with tendinitis in his knees.

As Sport Talk reported moments ago, Nadal decision's not to defend his title means Andy Murray will be elevated to the tournament's number two seed.

Nadal said the decision to miss Wimbledon was the hardest in his career, but told media he had struggled with the knee injury for some time.

"I have some time now to recover and will work very hard to return as soon as possible," he told the awaiting media.

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Nadal will miss Wimbledon: knee injury

June 19th 2009 18:23
Defending champion and world number one Rafael Nadal will miss this year's Wimbledon grand slam because of recurring and troubling knee injury.

As Nadal prepares to front the media, Sport Talk has learnt that Nadal will not play at the tournament, which has Roger Federer installed as an even-money favourite.

Nadal lost in the fourth round of the French Open, when he was outplayed and outclassed by Robin Soderling.

Nadal lost an exhibition match against Lleyton Hewitt two days ago, and in a follow up match, appeared to have trouble bending down to pick up runaway balls.

Andy Murray may be the big winner of Nadal's pre-tournament exit, the star Brit won't face Roger Federer until the final, if he wins through.

More to come on Wimbledon betting.

- Glen Atwell
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5 reasons why I love VidZone music on PS3

June 16th 2009 09:53
I LOVE VIDZONE

PS3 VidZone music player
The VidZone music streaming video playing app on PS3 is a home-run for Sony

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Nadal to play Wimbledon 2009

June 15th 2009 11:31
Nadal to play Wimbledon 2009
Will Rafael Nadal play Wimbledon this year? The answer is yes.

The question is on the lips of every sport enthusiast:

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AFL Round 12 Tips Odds Best Bets

June 12th 2009 02:30
Welcome back to Sport Talk - It's at a new game-by-game format this week with heaps more commentary and analysis.

Jade Rawlings Richmond coach
It will be a night of firsts for Jade Rawlings, Nick Nat and Ben Cousins when Richmond host the Eagles on Saturday night.

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VidZone music videos on Playstation 3

June 11th 2009 05:26
A new music video on demand system will launch tonight on the Australian PS3 network. It's called VidZone, it's totally free and will launch with more than 10,000 videos on demand.

You'll find the icon under the music menu on the XrossMediaBar later tonight


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GTA: Chinatown Wars - REVIEW - Nintendo DS

June 9th 2009 05:33
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
Nintendo DS
$69.95


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PS3 inFAMOUS Review

June 9th 2009 05:23
PS3 Playstation 3 Review inFAMOUS
inFAMOUS is an electric combination of some of the PS3's best games.

What do you get when you fuse the vast city space of Grand Theft Auto IV and the freedom of Assassin's Creed with the iconic comic-book visuals of a Marvel production?

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Roger Federer wins French Open 2009

June 6th 2009 00:54
It's a headline Roger Federer is desperate to read.

Roger Federer wins French Open 2009
Federer won't waste his chance to win a French Open title when he plays Soderling on Sunday

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Recent Comments

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Nintendo Wii Sports: You Little Beauty!

June 19th 2009 19:11


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I still love Wii Sports!

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Which airports do you like?

June 12th 2009 02:35


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The best airport in the world - by far - is the Koh Samui International Airport.

As small, and equally as cute, as a button, with lush green surroundings and beautiful rock and wood work.

It's just been refurbished and looks even better.

If you're in Thailand, check it out!

Comment by Glen Atwell
on A hypothetical guide to knee reconstructions...

June 12th 2009 01:00


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Great advice Kate.

Comment by Glen Atwell
on A hypothetical guide to knee reconstructions...

June 11th 2009 08:07


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Hey guys, please insert your names into the fields, makes it easier to reply!

LG - What is the concern of your parents?

If you're playing AFL, no player has ever taken to the field with a torn or partially torn ACL.

David Schwarz returned from an ACL reconstruction after 15 weeks and kicked three goals.

He re-ruptured the following week.

Tony Liberatore returned mid-season after rupturing in the pre-season, but it was in the twilight of his career.

Rugby players can continue with partial tears, because most of the running is straight, but all will eventually require a full reconstruction.

There's nothing to say it will definitely re-rupture the moment you put pressure on it, if you bulk up your leg muscles, it may hang on for another year or so.

But at your age, you've got plenty of time for an operation and the chance to spend at least a year rehabilitating to give the next graft the best chance possible.

If money is a problem, there is obviously other issues to work through and that may affect your time-frame.

- Glen.


Comment by Glen Atwell
on A hypothetical guide to knee reconstructions...

June 11th 2009 05:55


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A 50% tear of an ACL graft is something that will require repair. I certainly wouldn't be playing football or any other sport that requires sudden sideways movement.

Walking, running and swimming should be fine.

Skiing is definitely something to avoid with a bad knee, that sideways impact is tough on the healthiest of knees. But let's be real here for a moment, if you've half torn your ACL and are facing a second reconstruction anyway, you may as well take it easy on the slopes but at least enjoy yourself.

Talk with your surgeon or doctor, they'll be able to offer specific advice - but I'd steer clear of footy, strengthen your leg muscles before your holiday and look at surgey when you return.

Have fun in New Zealand, just stick to the beginner's slopes!

- Glen.

Comment by Glen Atwell
on A hypothetical guide to knee reconstructions...

June 11th 2009 05:00


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Hi LG, and other contributors,

The graft will not heal itself. Ligaments don't have a great blood supply.

Some MCL and LCL tears are left without repair because scar tissue can help minimise the impact of the injury, but the ligaments never heal themselves.

Speak with your surgeon, but I would imagine you'll one day need another ACL reconstruction.

Don't stress mate, it's not the end of the world, you've been through one and the next will be easier.

With the partial tear, it means you won't need the operation straight away. Take some time to strengthen your leg muscles and get prepared.

You may be able to function with a partially torn ligament in day-to-day activities, but if you're keen on your footy, talk with your surgeon.

- Glen.

Comment by Glen Atwell
on AFL Round 9 Tips Odds Best Bets

May 22nd 2009 06:25


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Fixed it up! I had odds wrong! Cheers! I reckon Port will go close... Bombers are a moral. 2009 special. Haha!

Comment by Glen Atwell
on AFL Round 7 Tips Odds Best Bets

May 7th 2009 12:03


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Hi Aussie Punter. I enjoy your site and insights too!!!! Yeh big call on the Tigers... It would be a fairy tale to see Cousins tear the game apart and drag the Tigers across the line.

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Future swim stars in action

April 13th 2009 23:15


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Welcome to Orble! Great to have you on board Marc. Look forward to reading your AFL stuff on Wednesdays!


Comment by Glen Atwell
on AFL Round 1 - Round One Tips Best Bets

March 26th 2009 08:00


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Maybe it's more than a bruised heel? Either way, I reckon the Blues midfield will greatly improve this year.

Tigers have been backed off the map on Betfair though, and smart money always means something is going on!

I'll be watching with great interest mate.