MAPLIN UK CHAMPIONSHIP OF SNOOKER BETTING TIPS

With the Maplin UK Championships of Snooker qualifying rounds kicking off next week, it's no surprise that the bookmakers are already listing Ronnie O'Sullivan as the out and out favourite. O'Sullivan is sitting at an enticing 11-4 to secure a victory in Sheffield. COMING UP TRUMPSFresh off his victory at the Masters Qualifiers Judd Trump has been listed as a long-shot 40-1 to take home the prestigious title and seal his status on the international snooker scene. Mark Selby and Steven McGuire are always contenders, but are listed at 6-1 and 10-1, respectively. Ding Junhui is also listed in the top 5 and is listed at 12-1. Considering the fact that the actual tournament proper begins on the 13th, we'll be looking at over a week of qualifying matches in the lead up. All games will be played at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield. PREDICTIONSIn terms of betting predictions, it is very difficult to back anybody else but O'Sullivan in terms of outright betting. I have a feeling that the longer the tournament goes on, O'Sullivan's odds for securing the victory will continue to shorten. If you're looking to back Ronnie, I would say get in right this minute as the odds will only go down. The reigning World Champion will be looking to knock this one down and not get into any tight races. In terms of your frame betting, that obviously varies from game to game, but live betting is usually offered Paddy Power so you can base your decisions on the tempo of the game and then bet following the first frame. Recommendations:Back Ronnie O'Sullivan immediately at 11-4 @ Paddy PowerBack Judd Trump as your dark horse at 40-1 @ Paddy Power