American Gambling Awards
Sportradar is the American Gambling Awards Data Service Provider of the Year
The 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards is pleased to announce Sportradar is the 2022 “Data Service Provider of the Year.” The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited, a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.
Sportradar, the leading global sports technology company, is an official partner of numerous leagues and federations, including the NBA, NHL, MLB, NASCAR, UEFA, FIFA, ICC and ITF, covering more than 890,000 events each year across 92 sports. Sportradar handles up to 30 million odds changes per minute, covering 40 languages, with 99.9% proven accuracy.
Sportradar’s data offering is of a unique breadth and depth, which is why it is the most popular live-odds service in the industry – supplying data to 98% of sportsbooks in the United States and more than 900 global sports betting operators.
Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer of Gambling.com Group, said, “Sportradar has long been the preferred choice by operators when it comes to official data and live odds, and is very deserving of receiving the Data Service Provider of the Year award. Sportradar continues to set the standard in the online gaming industry.”
Eduard Blonk, Chief Commercial Officer of Sportradar, said, “Sportradar is honored to be named the Data Service Provider of the Year and receive the highly coveted Golden Eagle trophy from Gambling.com and the American Gambling Awards. This award is a recognition of the excellent service we offer to our customers and provides further testimony to the industry-leading work we have done this past year.”
American Gambling Awards
FanDuel Sportsbook is the 2023 American Gambling Awards Online Sportsbook of the Year
The American Gambling Awards has announced FanDuel Sportsbook as the 2023 “Online Sportsbook of the Year.” The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited, a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.
FanDuel has established itself as the leading online sportsbook in the US with 44% market share and currently stands at 48% gross gaming revenue share year-to-date for 2023, tops among all U.S. operators.
Judges cited FanDuel’s strong commitment to customer engagement through innovative product offerings like being the first to market with Same Game Parlays. The judges also cited FanDuel’s strategic partnerships as another driver of its success. During the judging period, FanDuel was an official sports wagering partner of the Kentucky Derby, making it the only sportsbook where fans could place bets on the race.
Charles Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer of Gambling.com Group, said: “With a fantastic product offering and attention to every detail in the digital experience, FanDuel deserves its place at the top of American sports betting. It is a pleasure to award the Golden Eagle trophy and the Online Sportsbook of the Year award to FanDuel for the second year in a row.”
Karol Corcoran, SVP & GM of FanDuel Sportsbook, said: “FanDuel is honored to be named the American Gambling Awards Online Sportsbook of the Year. This award is another moment to recognize the team behind America’s Number 1 Sportsbook who continue to work hard to improve our product and customer proposition while raising the bar in this category.”
The 2023 edition of the American Gambling Awards announced the full list of 11 winners recognized for their leadership and innovation within the regulated, online U.S. gambling industry. The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited, a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.
In lieu of a traditional awards event, Gambling.com Group is hosting American Gambling Awards winners, judges and other invited partners at an exclusive VIP dinner in November in New York at Carbone. The intimate celebration will serve as a culmination of the program and will commemorate a year of remarkable industry success.
Each winner received the American Gambling Awards’ exclusive Golden Eagle trophy – the icon of achievement in the regulated American market for online gambling – engraved with their details. Designed by Gambling.com Group and manufactured by Society Awards – the firm that produces the Emmys, American Music Awards and MTV Movie Awards – the Golden Eagle trophy is an 11-inch, gold-plated, cast-pewter statuette of an American Bald Eagle, proudly resting in front of a pile of casino chips. The 2023 American Gambling Awards featured nearly 50 finalists, with the nominations evaluated by one of the most distinguished panels of expert judges the industry has seen.
The 2023 American Gambling Awards winners are:
- Online Sportsbook of the Year: FanDuel Sportsbook
- Online Casino of the Year: BetMGM Casino
- Gaming Product of the Year: Adventures Beyond Wonderland Live from Playtech
- Online Betting Product of the Year: Simplebet
- Platform Provider of the Year: White Hat Gaming
- Data Service Provider of the Year: Genius Sports
- Payment Service Provider of the Year: Paysafe
- Responsible Gaming Award: Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health
- Dealmaker of the Year: Moelis & Company for Fanatics’ acquisition of PointsBet’s U.S. business
- Policymaker of the Year: Sen. Damon Thayer & Rep. Michael Lee Meredith (KY)
- Regulator of the Year: Anna Marin Russell, Ohio Casino Control Commission
Charles Gillespie, CEO of Gambling.com Group, said: “The American Gambling Awards is our gift to the growing industry in America, and I am delighted that this year’s winners are representative of the evolvement of regulated sports betting and online casino in the US. We are for the development of a responsibly regulated, competitive, modern online gambling market that serves the interests of the American consumer. It is our hope that the American Gambling Awards will bring positive attention to the leaders making this a reality.”
American Gambling Awards
Underdog Fantasy Named American Gambling Awards Fantasy Sports Site of the Year
Underdog Fantasy has been named “Fantasy Sports Site of the Year” by the 2022 edition of the American Gambling Awards.
The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group Limited, a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry.
Underdog Fantasy is the fastest-growing paid fantasy sports company ever, with a valuation of $485 million after a series B round of fundraising. Underdog’s season-long NFL “Best Ball” game this year has a $10 million grand prize, almost three times larger than the previous biggest season long prize in history. Judges noted that Underdog has built an active, paying, six-figure customer base by offering a differentiated product that resonates with its users.
“Underdog Fantasy’s success is driven by the company’s focus on building new, innovative games and delivering amazing customer experiences – making it very deserving of the Fantasy Sports Site of the Year award. As Underdog continues to grow, its unique focus on product and experience will set the industry standard,” Charles Gillespie, CEO of Gambling.com Group, said.
“We’re honored to be crowned as the Fantasy Sports Site of the Year by the American Gambling Awards. Our differentiated daily fantasy sports products allow fans to enjoy their favorite games in new and unique ways and we look forward to our continued momentum heading into 2023,” Jeremy Levine, President and Chairman of Underdog Fantasy, said.
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