NORTHFIELD PARK, Ohio, Oct. 28,
2021 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM announced today the launch
of the BetMGM Horse Racing mobile app in Ohio, setting the stage for the BetMGM Horse
Racing app's entry into additional markets nationwide. BetMGM Horse
Racing allows Buckeye State customers to watch and wager on premier
Thoroughbred, Harness and Quarter Horse races at more than 200
tracks around the world.
"We're proud to introduce BetMGM Horse Racing, our new mobile
offering to the state of Ohio,"
said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. "In
partnership with NYRA Bets, we've created an innovative digital
experience for horse racing fans and anticipate the platform's
future launch in additional states."
NYRA Bets is the official online wagering platform of the New
York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and a leading provider of
horse racing content in the U.S. Utilizing NYRA Bets' capabilities,
the BetMGM Horse Racing app allows customers in Ohio to place bets conveniently from home. The
app features daily horse racing content, live streaming video, race
replays and wagering opportunities on marquee events in the U.S.
This includes the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Belmont Stakes and the
Breeders' Cup, as well as international events such as the Royal
Ascot meet, Melbourne Cup, Saudi Cup and the Dubai World Cup.
Matt Buckley, SVP of Marketing
and Operations, MGM Northfield Park, said, "The Northfield Park
harness racing grounds have been home to some of the nation's
premier races since the 1950s. Working with BetMGM to elevate
harness racing throughout Ohio is
a sign of our continued commitment and investment in the
sport."
The BetMGM Horse Racing app is available for download in
Ohio on both iOS and Android
devices. As BetMGM continues to expand to new areas,
responsible gaming education remains a key focus. BetMGM is proud
to provide resources to help customers play responsibly. For more
information on BetMGM, follow @BetMGM on Twitter.
About BetMGM
BetMGM is a market leading sports betting
and gaming entertainment company, pioneering the online gaming
industry. Born out of a partnership between MGM Resorts
International (NYSE: MGM) and Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has
exclusive access to all of MGM Resorts' U.S. land-based and online
sports betting, major tournament poker, and online gaming
businesses. Utilizing Entain's U.S.-licensed, state of the art
technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online gaming via
market leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino, Party
Casino and Party Poker. Founded in 2018, BetMGM is headquartered in
New Jersey. For more information,
visit http://www.betmgminc.com/.
About MGM Northfield Park
MGM Northfield Park is
Ohio's award-winning gaming,
dining, and entertainment destination, located on the Northfield
Park harness racing grounds, which offers more than 200 live
harness races each year. The racino offers nearly 2,200
gaming devices; an array of dining options such as Kosar's
Wood-Fired Grill, Concerto Italian Kitchen and TAP Sports Bar;
unparalleled live music and comedy events at Center Stage, a
concert-style music venue, and The Neon Room, a high-energy lounge;
and hosts guests for a variety of corporate and special events. The
property also boasts a retail shop and state-of-the-art gas service
station and car wash. For more information, visit
www.mgmnorthfieldpark.com.
About NYRA BETS, LLC (NYRA Bets)
NYRA Bets, LLC (NYRA
Bets) is the official advance deposit wagering (ADW) platform of
the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA). Launched as a
national ADW in 2016 and currently available to customers in more
than 30 states, NYRA Bets provides fans the opportunity to wager on
tracks worldwide from anywhere at any time. The NYRA Bets app is
available for download today on iOS and Android at
NYRABets.com.
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