James Cooper’s World Championship Qualifying Preview: Opening Round Bets

In the first of James Cooper’s World Championship Qualifying previews, three opening-round bets are recommended in Sheffield. Snooker fans and betting enthusiasts alike are gearing up for an exciting round of matches as the qualifiers get underway.

The first tip from Cooper is to back Gao Yang to beat Ishpreet Singh Chadha at odds of 7/4. Despite being an amateur player, Gao Yang has shown his potential by defeating Chadha in the UK Championship last year. With the longer match format favoring the underdog, Yang could be a solid bet at the current odds.

Next up, Cooper suggests placing a bet on Allan Taylor to beat Vladislav Gradinari with a -4.5 frame handicap at evens. Gradinari, at just 15 years old, is still finding his feet on the Q Tour, while Taylor’s experience could give him the edge in this match-up. The odds on Taylor covering the handicap make this bet an attractive option for punters.

Lastly, Cooper recommends backing Iulian Boiko to beat Alexander Ursenbacher at odds of 2/1. Boiko, despite being just 18 years old, has been touted as a future star in the snooker world. Ursenbacher, on the other hand, has struggled to find his form this season. With Boiko’s potential and Ursenbacher’s recent struggles, this bet could offer good value for those looking to place a wager on the qualifiers.

As the World Championship qualifiers kick off in Sheffield, these three betting tips from James Cooper provide an exciting opportunity for snooker fans to get in on the action. With the longer match format and potential upsets on the cards, it’s shaping up to be an intriguing round of matches for both players and punters alike.