ESPN launches betting-oriented NBA broadcast
US sports media network ESPN will today launch its first betting-focused broadcast covering the National Basketball Association (NBA).The Daily Wager Special will see commentators...
Chicago Fire strikes responsible betting alliance with Entain and Epic
Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise Chicago Fire FC has become the first team from the league to launch a problem gambling and sports betting...
Grand National 2021 pulls in 8.8 million peak viewership
A peak of 8.8 million viewers tuned in to watch Rachael Blackmore become the first female jockey to triumph in the steeplechase with Minella...
DAZN’s Serie A coverage hit by technical difficulties amid IPO talks
DAZN has been forced to compensate customers after the digital streaming service’s coverage of the Serie A was hit by a blackout caused by...
Sport participation surges 1000% amid pandemic, new research finds
There has been over a 1000% increase in people partaking in sports in the UK compared to the pre-pandemic period, according to new research...
UFC incorporates TikTok videos into live broadcasting
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has extended its ongoing partnership with TikTok, integrating the social media video platform into its live broadcasting.Utilising cloud software provided...
UK sports authorities describe vaccine passports as ‘credible’ solution
A group of high profile sports authorities have written a letter to the UK's political leaders, describing the possibility of introducing vaccine passports as...
FA guarantees 25,000 fans at Wembley for Euros
The Football Association (FA) has confirmed to UEFA that the Wembley stadium will function at between 25% and 50% capacity for select Euro 2020...
Manchester City reveals £126m losses for 2019/20
Premier League giants Manchester City posted a net loss of £126 million for the turbulent 2019/20 season following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.According...
Upcoming Women’s Six Nations finds new home on Fox
The 2021 Women’s Six Nations will be screened on terrestrial television network Fox after the US broadcaster penned a one-year agreement with the tournament.Expanding...