Smart Money
How the World's Best Sports Bettors Beat the Bookies Out of Millions
Edición de la obra The smart money
| Autor | Michael Konik |
|---|---|
| Editorial | Oldcastle Books, Limited |
| Fecha de publicación | 2007 |
| Idioma | inglés |
| Páginas | 384 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781843440383 |
| Número de Cutter | K82s |
An inside look at the lucrative world of professional high-stakes sports betting by a journalist who lived a secret life as a key operative in the world's most successful sports gambling ring. When Konik landed an interview with Rick "Big Daddy" Matthews, the largest bet he'd ever placed was $200. Konik was no stranger to Vegas, but Matthews was in a different league: the man was rumored to be the world's smartest sports bettor, the mastermind behind "the Brain Trust," a shadowy group known for their expertise in beating the Vegas line. Konik had heard that Matthews was a conniver who would do anything to gain an edge. But he was also brilliant, cunning, and charming. And when he asked Konik if he'd like to "make a little money" during the football season, the writer found himself seduced. So began Konik's wild ride...--From publisher description.