Xmas 1 Single Between Ricky Hatton and Rick Astley

Is this to be the year that X Factor winners don't top the charts for the XMas Number 1 spot? The Christmas Number One is definitely an interesting wagering opportunity and the re-emergence of Rick Astley as international icon has definitely thrown the annual competition into a tailspin. Backed up by an Anonymous internet-based army who propelled the "Rick Roll" to over 30 million views on Youtube, Astley could prove to have an ace up his sleeve. William Hill has begun offering bets on Ricky Hatton in what could very well prove to be a battle of the Ricks. Currently, Astley is sitting at 14/1 with the Manc listed at 12/1. I am confident that Astley is excellent value despite the fact that Westlife & Diana Ross could challenge. The X Factor Winner is always the proverbial favourite, but Astley's viral popularity could be the clincher, especially at a generous 14/1. Back Rick Astley for the Christmas Number One Single. William Hill Christmas Number One: 1/4 X Factor Winner, 10/1 Take That, 10/1 Boyzone, 10/1 Bob The Builder, 12/1 Cliff Richard, 12/1 Girls Aloud, 12/1 Ricky Hatton & Friends, 14/1 The Priests, 16/1 Leona 16/1 Sugababes, 16/1 Madonna, 20/1 Scooter Feat Status Quo, 20/1 Ruth Jones & Rob Brydon, 20/1 McFly, 33/1 The Killers, 33/1 Amy Winehouse, 33/1 Robbie Williams....others on request.