BetMakers Technology Group has extended its agreement to provide racing wagering solutions to evoke, the companies said. The arrangement covers RaceOdds services for thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing across multiple markets, including brands William Hill and 888.
The extension keeps BetMakers’ racing pricing, trading and risk-management services in use across evoke’s wagering brands.
Financial year ended 30 June 2026
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Bally’s Intralot reported adjusted net debt above €1.6bn in its H1 2026 results while pursuing its acquisition of evoke. Debt rose by around €135m compared with a year earlier.
Reportedly, Evoke, the parent company of William Hill, remains in broadly the same financial position as a year earlier as it awaits acquisition by Bally's Intralot. The Athens-listed buyer paid £243.3m for the LSE-listed company, with the deal due to complete in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027.
It was reported that Evoke generated £887.5m in the first half of 2026, leaving revenue broadly unchanged. Italian revenue increased 21%, while higher gambling taxes weighed on the group.
It was reported that Gaming Corps secured a content agreement with UK operator group evoke. The deal spans the William Hill, Mr Green and 888 brands.
Moody’s said Bally’s Intralot’s proposed acquisition of Evoke could ease refinancing pressure and improve liquidity after completion. The deal is valued at about £243 million ($325 million), with approximately $1.19 billion in new committed financing; completion is expected between late 2026 and early 2027.