Caesars launched online pari-mutuel horse-racing wagering in West Virginia and Wyoming, bringing the service to 10 US states. Customers can use Caesars Racebook or an interface within the sportsbook app; the standalone app runs on NYRA Bets’ platform.
The launch extends Caesars’ online horse-wagering availability to two additional US state markets.
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West Virginia's combined sports and iGaming wagering rose 21% in September to $962.6 million, according to the report. The source does not identify the reporting authority or provide further market details.
Combined wagering in West Virginia grew by 21 per cent in September, reaching $962.6 million.
West Virginia recorded $922.1m in combined sports betting and iGaming wagers in August. The total increased by 16%, with each sector recording double-digit growth.
Play’n GO has launched casino content through Ember Casino in West Virginia under a partnership with Ember Entertainment, the companies said. Pennsylvania and New Jersey launches are planned for the coming months, with additional content to follow as the rollout expands.
West Virginia recorded $936.6m in combined sports betting and iGaming wagers in July. Wagering rose 18% against the same month a year earlier.
It was reported that West Virginia University began a three-year investigation into risky online betting behaviour, including attempts to recover losses. A grant of nearly $300,000 from Arnold Ventures supports the research.