William Hill punters wager on table tennis in sports betting lull
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15 May 2020
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William Hill states its punters have actually been sports betting on table tennis considering that the coronavirus pandemic put paid to most traditional sporting occasions.
The bookmaker stated the sport became part of its deal of "alternative items" for bettors throughout the lockdown.
Other chances for wagers include football in emerging market nations not yet as severely impacted by the virus.
Looking ahead, the company said German football and French horseracing were its finest potential earners.
Germany's Bundesliga is beginning fixtures once again behind closed doors this weekend, while racecourses had already resumed activities in France.
"While this is plainly a progressing situation, there are favorable signs that some sports betting organisations are considering the resumption of live sports betting behind closed doors as early as this summertime," William Hill said.
Revenues down
Countries where football has actually not been suspended include Belarus, which has actually seen its Premier League attract a brand-new worldwide following as a result.
The statement came as William Hill revealed a trading upgrade covering the 17 weeks to 28 April.
It stated that in the duration to 10 March, before coronavirus curbs began to bite, its performance was "robust", although group profits were down 5% year-on-year.
From 11 March onwards, however, its revenues fell 57%, because of the lack of live sports betting material.
William Hill said its wagering shops were closed in the UK and US. UK retail personnel have actually been furloughed and the bookie is topping up their earnings to make sure they receive 100% of their incomes.
Drive-thru gaming
As it seeks to expand its US operations, William Hill has actually needed to find innovative methods to get round limitations on gaming in specific states.
In Nevada, individuals who want to position bets utilizing smart phone apps have to register in person for the service at a sports betting shop before being permitted to use the app.
Since those centers are presently closed, William Hill has actually set up short-lived drive-thru services at numerous places in Nevada.
Would-be punters need to download the app before for the drive-thru. To finish the registration procedure, they need to send an image of their state ID card and take a selfie with the app.
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William Hill Punters Bet on Table Tennis in Sports Lull
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