View From The Eighth Pole: Marriage Of Online Sports And Horse Betting Is In Racing's Best Interest
There are two ballot propositions concerning sports betting in California this fall. Proposition 26 would permit sports gambling at four racetracks and at tribal casinos. Prop 27 would allow online betting on sports using cell phones, computers and tablets. The initiative is supported by sports wagering giants FanDuel and DraftKings. It is expected to pass in 2022. At least 25 states have jumped onto the sports betting bandwagon since the 2018 Supreme Court opinion striking down a federal law prohibiting states from offering such activities. No matter what happens at the ballot box this November, it's a sure bet that sports bets will be back on the front burner in other states.