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Palermo racetrack permanently bars jockey over illegal betting

Enforcement & compliance

Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo permanently disqualified jockey Ariana Ayelén Spinella after an investigation into illegal horse-racing bets, and filed a complaint with Buenos Aires City Lottery (LOTBA). The racetrack said evidence showed Spinella took and managed bets through digital channels outside authorised systems.

The action and complaint concern illegal betting activity and integrity controls in Argentina’s horse-racing market.

Earlier fines and penalties by LOTBA

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Not namedNot statedLOTBA runs training workshops for people prosecuted over illegal gamblingNot stated
Not namedNot statedBuenos Aires prosecutors dismantle alleged illegal gambling venueNot stated
PolymarketNot statedLOTBA says Polymarket block followed investigation with Buenos Aires courtsNot stated
PolymarketNot statedArgentine court orders nationwide block of PolymarketNot stated
Not namedNot statedBuenos Aires police raid suspected illegal casino and betting baseNot stated

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