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August 11, 2023
Book Reveals Phil Mickelson’s $1B Flirt with Sports Gambling
The book by fellow gambler Billy Walters wants to take a look at the man whose talent at the golf pitch was only rivalled by his passion for gambling, and who once tried to place a $400,000 bet on the 2012 Ryder Cup when he was a member of Team USA – a potentially career-ending […]
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August 11, 2023
Seven Operators Apply for Licenses Ahead of Kentucky Sports Betting Launch
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) recently revealed that seven horse tracks and seven online gambling operators have submitted applications for licenses, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sports betting launch. September 7 Marks Retail Launch, Online Platforms Follow on September 28 The countdown is on, with the KHRC targeting September 7, coinciding with […]
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August 11, 2023
Underdog Fantasy Criticizes FanDuel and DraftKings’ Dominance
Since the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act’s (PASPA) repeal by the Supreme Court in 2018, a statewide expansion of sports betting began. While wagering on sports was just starting at the time, daily fantasy sports (DFS) also known as fantasy sports contests, were already popular across the US. The innovative activity captured the attention […]
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August 11, 2023
Portnoy Repurchases Barstool for $1 After Penn Entertainment’s ESPN Deal
Dave Portnoy, the controversial founder of Barstool Sports, has repurchased the media brand from Penn Entertainment for a mere dollar, according to a regulatory filing published on August 16. Penn Entertainment Faces $850M Loss from Barstool Buyback Penn Entertainment initially acquired a 36% stake in Barstool for $163 million in 2019, with a subsequent investment […]
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August 11, 2023
2023 Verizon 200 at the Brickyard NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Verizon 200 at the Brickyard is going to be the third edition of this event, with the previous two being won by AJ Allmendinger and Tyler Reddick. There are many other drivers, however, who have triumphed on this racetrack, in the now-defunct Brickyard 400. Among the active drivers with wins at the Indianapolis Motor […]
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August 11, 2023
Sportsbet Increases Marketing Spending in H1 2023 in Australia
The figures correspond to the first half of the year, with Sportsbet deciding to invest more copiously into its promotional and marketing operations as the brand is also anticipating a complete ban on such promotions in future. Pulling the Plug on Gambling Ads in Australia This “last hurrah” as some have dubbed it is an […]
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August 11, 2023
More Athletes in Iowa Face Charges over Illegal Betting
Earlier this month, seven current and former athletes in Iowa faced charges after a massive probe in the state by the Iowa Criminal Division. For current athletes, the charges may result in losing eligibility, if they are found guilty of breaching the rules for gambling by the NCAA. Charges against three players were filed in […]
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August 10, 2023
Epoxy.ai Unveils Innovative New Product Ahead of CFB and NFL Seasons
Epoxy.ai’s newest exciting addition- the Same-Game Parlay (SGP) product for football enthusiasts promises to revolutionize how bettors engage with their favorite teams, providing a personalized and customizable experience. The company hopes to capitalize on the excitement of the upcoming college football (CFB) and NFL seasons, leveraging its resources to secure a niche in the highly […]
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August 10, 2023
STATSCORE Adds Asian Leagues amid the Rise of Saudi Soccer
A month after enhancing its live coverage with cutting-edge ads, STATSCORE, a leading provider of reliable sports data, live sports statistics and software, announced that it has expanded its soccer portfolio with the addition of betting data for certain Asian leagues. According to the company, the expansion will cover leagues with great growth potential. STATSCORE […]
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August 10, 2023
Betway Secures Andy Roddick as New Tennis Ambassador
Betway, one of the leading companies in sports betting, will now work with Andy Roddick to elevate its own profile among sports fans who are familiar with Roddick’s legacy and who are interested in tennis events. Roddick to Elevate Betway’s Profile in Tennis The sportsbook habitually covers the biggest tournaments in the sport and offers […]