LONDON, Nov. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its
PlayShot™ sports betting platform powers DraftKings at Scarlet
Pearl Sportsbook -- the newest sports betting destination on the
Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Through IGT's PlayShot technology, patrons of Scarlet Pearl
Casino Resort can now place pre-match and in-play sports wagers
over the counter. Pending regulatory approval, the casino will
deploy additional IGT sports betting peripherals such as kiosks and
mobile technology as the regional sports betting market
evolves.
"Scarlet Pearl Casino
prioritizes offering our guests 'A New Way' to enjoy gaming
entertainment," said LuAnn
Pappas, Scarlet Pearl Casino General Manager and CEO.
"By leveraging IGT's PlayShot sports betting technology and the
expertise of the DraftKings team, we were able to quickly make our
vision for a state-of-the-art sportsbook for the Mississippi Gulf
Coast a reality and to offer our guests a reliable betting
experience with a familiar brand."
"We wish to congratulate Scarlet
Pearl Casino for opening an exceptional sports betting venue
featuring IGT PlayShot sports betting technology," said
Enrico Drago, IGT Senior Vice
President PlayDigital. "The IGT platform and the expertise
and appeal of the DraftKings brand combine to deliver a truly
world-class sports betting solution that elevates the entertainment
experience for sports fans in Mississippi."
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in
gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across
all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and
Lotteries to Digital and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of
premium content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth
customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge
technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of
consumers wherever they decide to play. We have a well-established
local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in
more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by
adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and
responsibility. IGT has over 12,000 employees. For more
information, please visit www.igt.com.
About Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort
Scarlet Pearl Casino
Resort (scarletpearlcasino.com) boasts 300 modern hotel rooms, a
variety of dining options, a boutique and the Gulf Coast's most
modern gaming floor. With over 1,170 slots including 80 video poker
machines, 37 table games, and now DraftKings at Scarlet Pearl
Sportsbook, guests are sure to discover "The New Way" to win.
Scarlet Pearl also features an event
center and a championship level miniature golf course.
IGT Contacts:
Robert K.
Vincent, Corporate Communications, toll free in
U.S./Canada (844) IGT-7452;
outside U.S./Canada (401)
392-7452
Michelle Schenk, Global
Communications, Gaming (702) 669-8177
Simone Cantagallo, (+39) 06
51899030; for Italian media inquiries
James Hurley, Investor Relations,
(401) 392-7190
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