Journalists

Johnny Dineen

Upping The Ante star

Johnny is a well-known figure on racecourses and in betting circles, having been an on-course bookmaker in Ireland and a pro punter. He is also a star of Upping The Ante, our popular ante-post Cheltenham Festival show.

Johnny’s articles

Johnny fancies a 16-1 shot trained by Willie Mullins in the Scottish National - but DJ has gone even bigger with a 25-1 tip!

Johnny v DJ

Johnny and DJ clash over Teahupoo's chances in the Liverpool Hurdle - who should you believe?

Johnny v DJ

Johnny and DJ agree on their Lincoln fancy who could 'blow the race apart and end up in Group races this season'

Johnny v DJ

'I think he'll take the world of beating - and I cannot believe you can get as big as 5-1'

Johnny v DJ

'Poor race, best horse. Simple. She just wins' - find out what Upping The Ante stars Johnny and DJ fancy on the final day of the festival

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Johnny v DJ

'I've been getting plenty of stick for tipping him but surely 16-1 is a crazy price?'

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Johnny v DJ

'I'll be having a nice few quid on him each-way at 25-1 because I think he is absolutely made for the race'

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Johnny v DJ

'Don't get me started on the Lossiemouth situation, it's a joke - but this 7-1 shot in the Ultima could soften the blow'

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Johnny v DJ

'The 16-1 is outstanding value - if he's only a 118-rated horse, I'm going to be the next Pope!'

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Johnny Dineen

'I cannot fathom how he went up only 2lb for winning so far last time - he's going to take the world of beating'

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The Ultimate Cheltenham Preview Night

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