Gambler Says Atlantic City Bally’s Refuses to Pay Out $2.5M Slot Machine Win

A New Jersey gambler said Atlantic City Bally’s is refusing to pay out $2.5 million to her for winning at a slot machine. Roney Beal, 72, claims she hit the jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Bally’s Casino in February. However, when she attempted to collect her winnings, the casino claimed the […]

James Foglio  •  12 Jun 2024
Juventus Midfielder Nicolo Fagioli Returns After Serving Seven-Month Suspension For Gambling

Juventus midfielder Nicolò Fagioli returned to the squad list ahead of the Italian side’s game against Bologna after serving a seven-month suspension for gambling on soccer games. Juventus’ Nicolò Fagioli received a 12-month suspension, €12,500 fine for gambling on soccer matches Fagioli, 22, was the first name that emerged last September in the betting scandal, […]

James Foglio  •  22 May 2024
Iowa Wrestler Nelson Brands to Return After Betting Suspension

Iowa All-American wrestler Nelson Brands was suspended by the NCAA last season for sports betting, and the Iowa City native has now been granted an additional year of eligibility. Iowa wrestler Nelson Brands applied for a medical hardship waiver after a torn UCL shortened his 2021-22 season Brands announced Tuesday night on social media that […]

James Foglio  •  22 May 2024
Victor Wembanyama Becomes 1st NBA Rookie to Make All-Defensive First Team

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama became the first NBA rookie in league history to receive an All-Defensive First-Team selection on Tuesday night, after his name appeared on 98 of the 99 ballots cast. Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, the NBA Defensive Player of the Year, headlined the First Team and was the only unanimous selection. […]

James Foglio  •  21 May 2024
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Fails to Qualify For Korn Ferry Tour Golf Event

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves fell short of qualifying for a golf event on the Korn Ferry Tour. The third-year NBA veteran shot a 76 at Willow Creek Golf Club in Knoxville, Tennessee, on Monday. Reaves, 25, missed qualifying for the Knoxville Open by 11 strokes. Lakers’ Austin Reaves feels putting is a weakness after falling […]

James Foglio  •  21 May 2024
Jim Otto, NFL Hall of Fame Raiders Center, Dies At 86

Jim Otto, the legendary NFL Hall of Famer known as “Mr. Raider,” died at the age of 86 on Sunday night, the Las Vegas Raiders announced Monday morning. The cause of death was not immediately known. NFL Hall of Famer Jim Otto played 210 consecutive regular-season games with Oakland Raiders “The Original Raider,” the club said […]

James Foglio  •  21 May 2024
BetMGM Refutes Report That Bruno Mars Owes $50M In Gambling Debts

BetMGM has refuted a report alleging that Grammy-winning artist Bruno Mars owes $50 million in gambling debt. Mars “has no debt with MGM,” according to a company spokesperson. BetMGM denies allegations that Bruno Mars owes $50 million in gambling debt, partnership rooted in mutual respect Mars, 38, was accused of owing $50 million in gambling […]

James Foglio  •  01 Jul 2024
Swedish iGaming Provider Supremeland Granted Gaming Supplier License in Michigan

Swedish online provider Supremeland Gaming Inc. has announced it has received approval for a supplier license in Michigan. Michigan becomes the fourth U.S. state to offer online casino products from Supremeland  The Great Lakes State becomes the fourth U.S. state to offer Supremeland’s online casino products, joining Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia. In fact, […]

James Foglio  •  01 Jul 2024
Online Betting in North Carolina Totals Nearly $650M In April

Online betting in North Carolina totaled $648.93 million in its first full month of April following its March Madness debut, according to the North Carolina State Lottery Commission (NCSLC).  North Carolina saw $105.25 million in gross wagering revenue, $538.4 million in amounts paid as winnings in April The $648.93 million total includes both paid wagering […]

James Foglio  •  21 May 2024