In the run-up to Eurovision 2010, Daniel Gould posted a series of ten “top tip” articles on Eurovision betting. You can find them below. There was an update before the 2014 contest you can find here.
Eurovision Top Tip No.1: Drawn to a close
It’s hotly debated how much impact the draw for the running order has on the voting. I’m more of a draw ‘hawk’.
Eurovision Top Tip No.2: From semi to final
Carefully studying certain aspects of the semi-finals can help you find betting opportunities for the final.
Eurovision Top Tip No.3: The vision thing
It’s not just a music contest. You need to know what to look for in the visual impact of each performance.
Eurovision Top Tip No.4: Style is not eternal
Abba-esque songs win Eurovision, right? Wrong. That’s the one type of song I would advise you to avoid.
Eurovision Top Tip No.5: Time on your side
Eurovision betting markets build slowly over two months to a frenzy on the big night. When is it best to bet?
Eurovision Top Tip No.6: Get on your blogs
During Eurovision rehearsals fortnight, blogs can give you vital inside information. But you have to tread carefully.
Eurovision Top Tip No.7: The public vote still matters most
The introduction of 50-50 jury voting has complicated life for televote-savvy punters. But all is not lost.
Eurovision Top Tip No.8: It’s not just about the winner
Who will qualify from the semi-finals, who will place in the top ten – there are many niche betting opportunities.
Eurovision Top Tip No.9: Listen to your head
Forget which songs you happen to like personally. Serious punters need to train themselves to bet rationally.
Eurovision Top Tip No.10: YouTube is your friend
Youtube is like the formbook of Eurovision. But you need to know how to assess what you’re seeing.
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