Ralph Topping

Ah, you clicked on this link quickly, didn't you... Expecting a tirade? Go on, you know you were.

In fact, it was to say, hats off to him. I sent a note out to various CEOs in th gambling industry today, asking them to support a Betfair six-a-side football tournament we are holding in aid of the Anthony Nolan Trust.

Despite our commercial differences, Ralph was the first to answer, confirming that William Hill would be there, happy to be taking part.

Good on him.