You can’t do that Professional golf is the latest sport to feel negative effects of sports betting, as two players have been suspended for gambling violations. Vince India and Jake Staiano, who golf on the Korn Ferry Tour, were suspended by the PGA Tour for placing wagers on PGA Tour events. Though neither player bet… Read more »
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Golfer Jon Rahm Withdrew From the Memorial Tournament, but Sportsbooks Still Paid Customers Who Bet on Him
Rahm was destroying the field Even though golfer Jon Rahm didn’t even finish the Memorial Tournament over the weekend, many people who placed bets on him still won. In a goodwill gesture, several sportsbooks decided to pay out Rahm bets after he was forced to withdraw from the tournament after the third round because of… Read more »
BetMGM to Supply Live Odds During PGA Tour Events
Sports betting continues to be embraced by professional sports organizations. The latest evidence: for the first time, the PGA Tour will integrate betting odds in its telecasts. Starting Thursday during the broadcast of the CJ Cup @ Shadow Creek on the Golf Channel, BetMGM will provide betting odds for viewers. The telecast will display odds… Read more »
Online Poker Grabs Major Sponsorship in NASCAR
One of the most difficult things for online poker has been its ability to become a part of what is called “normal” culture. This is somewhat defined by being able to be seen without complaint from some segments of society, such as in sponsoring activities or appearing in advertising. Recently an online poker site made… Read more »