The National Lottery first became a going concern in the United Kingdom in 1994, effectively killing off the football pools that had been so popular until then. At the time that it was launched, Camelot won the right to run the National Lottery in the UK, beating seven other companies for the right to do […]
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How Often Do Jockeys Get Injured or Killed in Horse Racing? 425ia
Horse racing is a dangerous profession, even it might not seem like it’s as dangerous as some other, more physical sports. Certainly, in of deaths, it isn’t as common an occurrence as some might think. When it comes to injuries, however, that is a different story, with most jockeys suggesting that they have spent […]
Is Buying Crypto Currency Considered Gambling or Investing? 153a1q
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for a few years, there’s a good chance that you’ll at least understand the concept of crypto currency. Bitcoin is obviously the most famous example of it, but there have been many others that have made the news in the years since Bitcoin’s launch. Indeed, it has now […]
There’s a New Crypto NFT Fantasy Football League, But Is It Gambling? 17731c
A company has launched a new fantasy football league in which players can buy, sell and trade players using Non-Fungible Tokens, or NFTs. Sorare was created in 2018 by Nicolas Julia and Adrien Montfort using blockchain technology that is based on the Ethereum platform. The game has been invested in by the likes of Antoine […]
The Rise of Crypto Currency Sponsorship in Football 4w256
Elsewhere on the site, you can read about crypto currency and whether or not buying it is considered to be gambling or investing. Here, we’re looking more specifically at the growing influence that crypto currency has on football. It is worth taking about because it is happening at a time when gambling sponsorship is under […]
A Really Simple Guide to Formula One: How Do F1 Races Work? 6p6870
Whilst Formula One will never boast the popularity of the likes of football, it is still an incredibly popular sport, watched by millions of people around the world. For newcomers to it, though, it can seem like a virtually impenetrable sport to get into. For many, the idea that you might as well stand on […]
Footballers in Prison: Which Players Have Spent Time Behind Bars 2g4h3d
In August of 2021, it emerged that French international footballer, Benjamin Mendy, had been held in prison after appearing in court on charges of rape and sexual assault. The defender, who had already played for Manchester City that season despite the club knowing all about the charges he was facing, was accused of sexually assaulting […]
Lottery Taxes Around the World: Which Countries Take a Slice of the Jackpot? 1n4k61
Any time that we right about lotteries, we point out the fact that for most people winning one would be a dream come true. This is based around the idea that winning millions of pounds would help the vast majority of society feel more comfortable than ever before, even if not everyone reacts to winning […]
Why Is Cannabis a Banned Substance in Sport? 612n6q
Everyone who believes in fairness understands why certain drugs and substances are banned for sportspeople. Anything that might enhance a performance is clearly unfair, giving the an advantage over a participant that decides against the use of such a thing. The sporting world reacted with shock when it emerged that Lance Armstrong’s achievements on […]
Could We See Mandatory Loss Limits for Gambling in the UK? 6tr2k
The moment that the government decided to introduce maximum stakes rules to Fixed Odds Betting Terminals, many felt that the writing was on the wall for gaming more generally. The decision, which saw the maximum stake drop from £100 to £2, resulted in many bookmakers closing shops up and down the country. They cited the […]