For those who find the battle between Clinton and Obama absolutely compelling this six minute extract from last night’s debate before a black audience in South Carolina is a must view.

The black senator has clearly decided to raise the ante – the question is whether it will do him any good or not. The Clintons are a formidable pair.

In the betting the Hillary price has continued to tighten and now stands at 0.45/1 for the nomination. Bear in mind, though, that you won’t be able to pick any winnings up until after the party convention at the end of August. That’s a fair old time to lock your cash up.

Mike Smithson