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Canberra Racing Club Partners with TAB and Sky Racing
Canberra Racing Club race meetings will be beamed into 68 countries globally as part of an innovative new long-term partnership with TAB and Sky Racing that will elevate the status of racing in the nation’s capital.
The Club heralded a new era with the agreement for Australia’s largest wagering brand TAB to continue as the club’s official wagering partner until 2030 and a Sky Racing broadcast rights agreement that will see the network distribute racing in Canberra until at least 2029.
The partnership includes major race day activations, enhanced media content and priority coverage on Sky Racing as an official TAB partner. Tabcorp Senior Sponsorships & Events Manager Katherine Morgan said the agreement highlighted the strength of racing in the nation’s capital.
She said: “This partnership is a new era for racing in Canberra. It brings together our entire ecosystem to grow the club, from creating innovative race day activations for patrons at the track to using our media network to give Canberra a global footprint.
“TAB is the industry partner and this long-term partnership is built to create an exciting long term and sustainable future for racing in Canberra and to attract new audiences to the Canberra races.
“TAB has accelerated a digital transformation with new products to improve the customer experience and the Canberra Racing Club will benefit from that transformation.”
Sky Racing Head of Partnerships Selina Rumble said Sky would give Canberra a global footprint as part of the deal. “Canberra races will be beamed into 68 countries across the globe via the Sky Racing Network. We broadcast 150,000 races live each year and through our global partners the Canberra races will be live on screens worldwide,” she said.
“We’ll also be giving our Australian viewers front row seats to Canberra racing via our domestic network which is broadcasts into 4000 retail venues and 50,000 screens nationwide and into homes across the country.
“We’ve recently given Sky Racing a facelift and we’re innovating the way we broadcast races and Canberra will benefit from that.
Canberra Racing Club Chief Executive Darren Pearce said: “We couldn’t be prouder to partner with Sky to showcase Canberra’s fantastic racing around the globe and shine a light on our vibrant Capital,” he said.
“TAB are investing strategically for growth and are the right partners for our Club. We look forward to growing together and bringing exciting innovations to racing fans everywhere.
“These momentous partnerships are a really big win for our Club and will be great contributors in our drive for sustainable and long-term growth for everyone invested in Canberra Racing.
“The agreement will see the continuation of the TAB Federal series, a popular and established brand which see’s significant interest from a media and wagering perspective at each of our meetings.
“The Listed TAB Canberra Cup is in a fantastic position to further grow its profile with the 2022 quinella in Arapaho and Explosive Jack going onto Group 1 glory in subsequent Autumn features, the Tancred and Sydney Cup respectively.”
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DeWine Proposes Significantly Raising Gaming Tax to Help Fund Ohio Sports Stadiums
Gov. Mike DeWine is proposing to increase Ohio’s sports gaming tax to help pay for major and minor league stadium projects and youth sports programs.
The governor announced the proposal during his press conference on the new budget Monday. The governor’s proposal would raise the tax from 20% to 40%. The governor said the increase would raise up $180 million more per year. The money could be used for professional sports stadium projects and youth sports.
Dave Jenkins, COO of the Haslam Sports Group, released the following statement to the FOX 8 I-TEAM Monday night:
“We appreciate Gov. DeWine’s commitment to looking at creative ways to solve sports facilities development while positively impacting youth sports throughout Ohio. We look forward to learning more about the options this legislation may provide. At the same time, we continue to work with the appropriate stakeholders and other experienced experts to develop alternative funding mechanisms for an enclosed Huntington Bank Field in Brook Park, knowing the importance of not tapping into existing taxpayer funds that go to other pressing community needs. The model we’ve proposed on the state level would leverage only the incremental tax revenues from within the development itself to enable the project. The Brook Park Huntington Bank Field project is more than just a stadium. Combined with the adjacent mixed-use development, which would be enabled by approximately $2B in private investments, this $3B+ economic development project would be among the largest ever in Northeast Ohio. It truly is a generational opportunity to create a robust, revenue-generating district that will bring in new jobs and new visitors to our region and significantly impact our economy.”
The Cleveland Browns plan to build an enclosed stadium with development around it in Brook Park.
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Meantime, the city of Cleveland is enforcing the so-called Modell Law restricting sports teams from moving. The city has filed a lawsuit in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court hoping to keep the Browns playing on the lakefront.
Under the Modell Law, if a pro sports team wants to move, the city must, first, have a chance to find new owners. The Browns, though, are fighting that in federal court asking a judge to rule that law unconstitutional.
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Emirates Esports Federation Announces Worldwide Tender for Premier EGL Franchises, Unlocking Global Investment Opportunities
The Emirates Esports Federation (EEF), in collaboration with ITW Universe, has announced the launch of an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the acquisition and operation of elite franchises in the upcoming E-Gaming League (EGL). This initiative presents a significant opportunity for global investors, esports teams, sports franchise businesses and high-net-worth individuals to become part of the rapidly growing esports ecosystem, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a hub for digital entertainment and economic advancement.
The E-Gaming League is set to redefine esports with a sustainable, inclusive and competitive platform that spans multiple gaming genres. Designed to engage diverse demographics, the league will serve as a stable framework for fostering global collaboration and long-term investment opportunities.
Highlighting the significance of this initiative, Sheikh Sultan Bin Khalifa Bin Shakbout Al Nahyan, President, Emirates Esports Federation, stated: “The EGL franchise model represents a groundbreaking evolution in the esports industry. It is not just a framework but a transformative platform that ensures stability, fosters global collaboration, and unlocks unparalleled opportunities for long-term investment. Esports has grown beyond virtual entertainment to become a mass sport that transcends borders, cultures, and generations. With EGL, we are not just hosting games—we are shaping the future of the digital economy.”
Echoing this sentiment, Saeed Ali Al-Tahir, General Secretary – Emirates Esports Federation, added: “The launch of the EGL franchise model marks a defining moment in the evolution of esports. It stands as a beacon of innovation, providing stability through equitable revenue-sharing, strategic brand partnerships, and pathways for talent development. Our vision is to position the UAE as the world’s premier hub for competitive gaming and to lead the charge in driving economic growth, cultural exchange, and limitless opportunities for the next generation.”
Vivek Chandra, Director of ITW Universe, said: “We are happy to announce the EGL Franchise Ownership Tender along with Emirates Esports Federation. This initiative is designed to attract forward-thinking partners eager to engage in a dynamic and profitable esports ecosystem. We look forward to creating a League that add values to the Publishers, Players & whole esports ecosystem and our franchise partners would be at the centre of all the initiatives.”
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The Greens have offered the Albanese Government a pragmatic pathway to tackle the harms of gambling advertising with new laws this fortnight.
The Greens have released a letter sent to Communications Minister Michelle Rowland last week in which the party offered Labour a compromise: to ban gambling ads online, ban ads before and after sport and during kids viewing times, and to create a cap of 2 ads per television programme, mirroring the Government’s earlier position.
Greens Communications Spokesperson Senator Sarah Hanson-Young said:
“Gambling ad reform is the unfinished business of this parliament. The public want this done before the election and the Government should listen and act.
“We’re offering a pragmatic pathway here and there is just enough time to get it done. On Wednesday, the Senate will debate and vote on the Greens’ bill to ban gambling ads. All sides should back it.
“We will support legislation this week to ban gambling ads online and implement some broadcast restrictions before and after sport and during kids viewing times.
“This offer is consistent with the Albanese Government’s previous promises.
“If the Government is serious about preventing gambling harm and protecting our kids they will jump at this offer.
“Australians want gambling ads banned and stakeholders are desperate for action.
“The Albanese Government shouldn’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good. The Greens have compromised and Labor should too.
“The Greens will push for a full gambling ad ban in the next parliament but in the meantime we should work together for the sake of our kids and communities.
“Australians lose more to gambling than any other nation than earth and we need our politicians to act.”
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