Sports
March 26, 2026
UK Keeps Horse Racing Levy Unchanged to Industry Dismay
The UK government has decided to maintain the Horserace Betting Levy at its current level following the conclusion of a long-awaited review. However, the decision provoked criticism from racing authorities. UK Maintains 10% Levy on Horse Racing Bets Ian Murray delivered the announcement to Parliament, relaying findings from a review led by Baroness Twycross. Ministers […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
William Hill Highlights Cheltenham Festival Opening Day as a Historic Success
British betting operator William Hill has highlighted this year’s Cheltenham Festival as a source of significant success for its business. The evoke-owned operator announced that March 11 was the most profitable Cheltenham Festival day in the operator’s history. William Hill Expects Players to Wager Almost Half a Billion Pounds As usual, the Cheltenham Festival remains […]
Industry
March 6, 2026
BHA Confirms Brant Dunshea as Permanent CEO, Names David Jones Interim Chair
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) announced two changes to its leadership, including the appointment of Brant Dunshea as permanent CEO and the appointment of David Jones as interim chair following Lord Charles Allen’s exit. The Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) commented on Allen’s departure, thanking him for his contributions to the broader industry. BHA Appoints […]
Industry
March 5, 2026
Bet365 Ends Horseracing Sponsorships Due to UK Tax Headwinds
Bet365 has become the next gambling company to end some of its horseracing sponsorship due to Great Britain’s new gambling tax regime. The company called the move “difficult,” but industry critics scrutinized the decision. Bet365 Ends Its Ties with Several Races Not too long after Entain withdrew its long-standing sponsorship of The Coral Cup, a […]
Industry
February 6, 2026
UK MP Apologizes for Not Declaring Interest When Posing Racing-Related Questions
A British MP has apologized for failing to declare a pair of hospitality tickets. Although this happened months ago, it was brought up when the MP in question discussed the United Kingdom’s tax changes and proposals to align the tax rate on horse racing bets with the rest of the gaming industry. Charlotte Cane Failed […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Hawthorne Race Course Faces Mounting Pressure as Racino Prospects Wear Thin
Hawthorne Race Course is once again struggling to maintain its credibility, facing rising pressure from regulators, horsemen, and lawmakers who are running out of patience. The Illinois Racing Board recently suspended the venue’s harness license, pushing the Stickney track into its deepest crisis in years. This development also raises doubts about whether its planned racino […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Entain Launches Racing Bet Builder to Allow Fans to Make Horseracing Parlays
Gaming and betting giant Entain has unveiled a revolutionary new horseracing product that will change how fans of the sport interact with the sector. The new product will allow racing fans to create horseracing parlays exclusively on the operator’s Ladbrokes and Coral brands. Entain Delivers an Exciting New Product In its official announcement, Entain described […]
Legal
January 22, 2026
Santa Anita Strikes Back Against California After Its New Machines Were Seized
A few days ago, California authorities seized thoroughbred horseracing track Santa Anita Park’s new gaming machines only two days after they were installed. While the move was praised by tribal gaming authorities, Santa Anita representatives claim that it had no legal grounds and are now taking the California Department of Justice to court. DOJ Seized […]
Business
December 12, 2025
PMU Onboard Transformation Expert Cyrille Giraudat as CEO
Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU), France’s horseracing monopoly, has undergone a change in leadership. According to a recent announcement, the French company has welcomed the experienced Cyrille Giraudat as its new chief executive officer. Giraudat to Head PMU On December 10, PMU confirmed the addition of Giraudat as its new CEO, saying that the Ministry of […]
Industry
December 8, 2025
BGC Scrutinizes UK’s Autumn Budget, Says It Would Hurt Gaming & Racing
The British Gaming and Betting Council (BGC) has expressed significant concern about the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. According to the council, the new budget will be a disaster for the horseracing industry, despite claims on the contrary. The BGC Was Not Pleased with the Budget Grainne Hurst, the BGC’s CEO, has issued a stark warning over […]
