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Gambling Industry Set for Bumper Grand National with One in Five Brits Planning to Bet
More than one in five (22%) Brits plan to bet on the Grand National this weekend
Gambling industry set for a bumper weekend as survey of 2,000 Brits shows that this year’s race is set to pull in plenty of recreational players
More than one in five Brits (22%) are set to place a bet on this year’s Grand National, with a new survey revealing that for 9% of people this is their only horse racing bet of the year.
The survey, carried out by YouGov on behalf of sports betting community Online Betting Guide (OLBG), asked 2,061 adults across the United Kingdom about their plans for Britain’s biggest horse race on Saturday, April 15. (you can find the full result here)
While overall 22% of those asked were planning to bet, a higher proportion of men said they would bet (26%) than women (18%). Some 12% of respondents across both sexes were undecided if they would bet at the time of the survey.
Interestingly, despite the recent focus on bettors’ aversion to affordability checks and reports suggesting some people were betting on-course or in cash to get around such checks, the majority of those planning to bet were intending to do so online.
Overall, 53% of those planning to bet on the Grand National said they would do so online, 11% were planning to bet in person at the track and 18% were planning to bet at a high street bookmaker.
However, these figures did represent a slight departure from people’s normal betting methods with 63% reporting that they mostly bet online, 7% saying they mostly bet in person and 12% saying they mostly bet at high street bookmakers.
For an industry keen to position itself as a form of entertainment, another interesting finding was that more than one in ten (11%) respondents said they viewed betting as similar to other forms of entertainment such as going out to the cinema.
Other noteworthy findings included that those who planned to bet would be reluctant to sacrifice that bet for other discretionary spending. Only 14% of those planning to have a wager said they would sacrifice their Grand National bet to buy flowers or chocolates for their partner while almost 90% (88%) said they would rather gamble on the race than pay for Netflix.
However, only 2% of respondents thought that £85 for a ticket to Aintree represented good value for money. The cost of going to a major racing event has been in the spotlight after a fall in attendances at Cheltenham due to tickets costing in excess of £100.
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Fast Track welcomes PolarLotto: taking online lotto in Sweden to new heights
Malta, 28th March 2024 – PolarLotto, a leading provider of lotto betting services in Sweden, has just announced a strategic partnership with Fast Track, a leading provider of CRM solutions designed specifically for the iGaming industry. This collaboration aims to propel PolarLotto’s expansion from offline to online offerings, bringing the excitement of the world’s biggest lotteries to Swedish players in a safe and responsible manner.
PolarLotto prides itself on its commitment to transparent and ethical gaming practices, with a focus on player safety and responsible gaming. By teaming up with Fast Track, PolarLotto aims to leverage cutting-edge technology to expand its business model from traditional to online, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for its customers.
Commenting on the partnership, Benjamin Burstein, CEO of PolarLotto, expressed enthusiasm about the possibilities ahead, stating, “We are excited to embark on this journey of transforming our business with the latest technology and automation tools provided by Fast Track. As we transition to the online space, we are confident that Fast Track’s expertise in custom segmentation, real-time data capabilities, and personalised experiences will enable us to better serve our players and achieve our business objectives.”
Fast Track also expressed confidence in the partnership, highlighting the potential for exceptional results through its Singularity model, which uses AI and machine learning to deliver tailored content to players, at the right time and through the most effective channel. “We are thrilled to partner with PolarLotto and support their online expansion,” said Simon Lidzén, CEO and co-founder of Fast Track. Our tools are designed to empower lean teams to achieve remarkable results, and we look forward to helping PolarLotto maximise their online presence and engagement.”
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Red Bull Gaming premieres ‘Memories of CS:GO’ documentary highlighting the game’s early years
As the CS2 PGL Major in Copenhagen is set to kick off, Red Bull Media House will unveil a captivating feature-length documentary, “Memories of CS:GO – The Early Years,” an ode to one of the most influential games ever made.
This film takes viewers on an immersive journey through the origins and evolution of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), featuring personal accounts and defining moments from several of the most legendary figures of the game.
The 90-minute documentary, narrated by Counter-Strike commentator Henry “HenryG” Greer, chronicles the remarkable trajectory of CS:GO, from its grassroots beginnings to becoming a global esports phenomenon.
Produced by Red Bull Media House, the film captures the essence of the game through the eyes of its most well known players, including Olof “olofmeister” Kajbjer Gustafsson, Patrik “f0rest” Lindberg, Richard “shox” Papillon, Gabriel “FalleN” Toledo, and Jarosław “pashaBiceps” Jarząbkowski, among others.
The documentary’s release is timed to precede the playoff stage of the PGL Major Copenhagen, scheduled for March 26, 2024. It will premiere on Red Bull Gaming’s YouTube channel at 21:00 CEST, offering viewers worldwide an insider’s perspective on the beloved game.
Event Details:
- What: Premiere of “Memories of CS:GO – The Early Years”
- When: March 26th, 2024, at 21:00 CEST
- Where to watch: Red Bull Gaming’s Youtube Channel
- The “CS:GO Memories” documentary can be viewed shareit.redbull.com
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For complete press release visit tensquaregames.com
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