Jon Young

Jon Young

Legal & Prediction Markets Writer

Jon Young has over 20 years of experience in the gambling industry as a writer and editor. He’s a former editor of several U.K. and U.S. poker magazines, including Bluff Europe and WPT Poker Magazine. He has also written for and edited numerous websites, including iGamingBusiness, Forbes, Punters Lounge, and gambling.com.

What makes Jon Young an expert?

Jon has been writing about sports and sports betting since the early 2000s. The 2002 World Cup was one of his earliest betting blog assignments, and he’s since provided analysis, news, and tips on everything from the 2016 European Championships and college football bowls, right up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Over his career as a journalist, Jon has built up a loyal service with some of his assignments lasting for decades.

Jon Young Expertise

Let’s dive in to Jon’s areas of expertise:

Soccer

I have been tipping and writing about English Premier League soccer since the early 2000s. I was responsible for daily betting diaries during major tournaments and for providing outright prediction analysis as the big leagues went live.

Politics & Entertainment

I’ve been interested in novelty markets since the 2016 Brexit vote caught all gamblers and sportsbooks by surprise. This has now expanded with the explosion in online prediction markets where you can trade on everything from the next U.S. president to the outcome of the Eurovision Song Contest. Gamblers now have to conduct deeper research and gain insight into political markets to stay ahead of the pack.

Tennis

In-play betting has made tennis one of the most exciting markets around. With accurate live match trackers and ball-by-ball analysis, there’s never been a better time to bet on tennis.

FAQ

Why did you decide to become a journalist?
I’ve been passionate about sports and sports betting for over 20 years. It’s almost as big as my passion for writing, engaging with readers, and sharing my thoughts.
How do you research and verify the information in your articles?
I only use respected news wires and official organizations to verify the information I share in my articles. It’s important to me to be better, more accurate, and more relevant than other news writers. Otherwise, you risk getting lost in a sea of online content.
What is most important for you when writing sports content?
Written content has to have value, not just fill column inches. I offer, wherever possible, practical advice (if giving sports betting picks) and interesting information you won’t find elsewhere. A sense of humour is not only essential but increasingly rare in online journalism.
How do you stay up to date with sports and leagues you cover?
TikTok and X are invaluable resources, with podcasts and daily updates bringing the latest team developments straight to your door. Fantasy sports social media channels have also become a reliable resource for breaking news on injuries and transfer developments.
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