Daily Fantasy Sports
DraftKings kicks off first-of-its-kind DFS World Cup
10 global teams will battle it out over two weeks to find the ultimate Daily Fantasy Sports nation
What: The DraftKings World Cup sets national teams of the best DraftKings DFS players from around the world against each other to determine the elite DFS playing nation, and to crown the first DraftKings World Cup Champion.
Ten teams from each country where DraftKings operates DFS are represented in this special two-week series that aims to both fuel the competitive spirits and sporting rivalry between nations.
Who: 10 teams of 10 players will be participating.
The teams include USA East, USA West, Canada, England, Scotland, The Republic of Ireland, Wales, Germany, Australia and the Rest of Europe, with each country having 10 players representing the nations. The individuals selected are some of the best DraftKings DFS players from across each of the countries as well as several ‘wildcards’ filled through qualifier contests.
When: The DraftKings World Cup will be run over two weeks, from 22nd October to 1st November.
The top four teams with the highest combined points in week one will progress to the final, with the remaining six teams eliminated.
Scoring: The teams will collect points by betting on six different events in the first week including the English Premier League (EPL), PGA golf, Major League Baseball (MLB), Australian Football League (AFL), Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), and the NFL. Only the top four teams will qualify for the final week where the events will be PGA, UFC, EPL, NFL and Nascar.
Week one has a total of six events. All 100 players enter each contest. If you get first place, you get 100 points for your country and if you get last, you only get 1 point. Second place gets 99 points, third place 98 points, and so on.
Yellow events highlighted above are the five Premiere Events, where points count as double (first place gets 200, last place gets 2).
Payout Structure: As this is a team competition, all overall prizes are split between team members. However, there will be individual prizes for the winner of each contest ($500 or $1000 for premiere events). The top prize is $10,000.
1st – $10,000 2nd – $7,500 3rd – $5,000 4th – $2,500
Engagement: To further build interest and engagement, DraftKings has created a shadow contest that will run alongside the main event where any DFS players can win a share of a prize pool if they beat the top score of those participating in the DK World Cup. All shadow events will offer $1,000 with the final contest NFL (11/1) being $3,000
A landing page will be live later this week which will be the one-stop-shop for those wanting to follow and it will include teams, live leaderboard, contests and shadow links etc.
Clinton Gray, VIP Manager at DraftKings, said: “Fan engagement is paramount at DraftKings and, ahead of a packed lives sports schedule next year, we are fueling the competitive spirits of our player base by launching a World Cup featuring teams from every country we are active in across an array of daily fantasy sports categories. It will be a thrilling two weeks of fierce competition and we look forward to crowning the first DFS World Cup team winners.”
A landing page will hopefully be live later this week which will be the one stop shop for those wanting to follow and it will include teams, live leaderboard, contest and shadow links etc.
PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced it has secured gaming licenses in both Puerto Rico and Maine, marking a major milestone in the operator’s continued growth. With this expansion, PrizePicks becomes the first daily fantasy sports operator to obtain a gaming license in Puerto Rico.
PrizePicks players can now access Arena in Maine, with Puerto Rico set to go live in the coming months. Following the launch, PrizePicks will be operational with its fantasy contests in 47 jurisdictions across the US.
“We’re grateful to the Puerto Rico Gaming Commission and the Maine Gambling Control Unit for their partnership and support throughout the licensure process. We’ve seen tremendous engagement with Arena across the country, and we’re confident that momentum will carry into these new jurisdictions,” said Adam Packer, Senior Vice President of Legal & Compliance at PrizePicks.
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PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced that KLUTCH Sports Group has been enlisted as a strategic brand advisor. As part of the collaboration, KLUTCH — along with its Brand Consulting and Sports and Brand Insights divisions — will advise PrizePicks on talent strategy, brand development, and relationship building across the sports and entertainment landscape.
“As sports fandom continues to evolve, PrizePicks is focused on meeting fans where culture, community, and entertainment converge. KLUTCH brings an unmatched cultural influence that will help us elevate our brand and connect more deeply with fans nationwide,” said Mike Quigley, Chief Marketing Officer at PrizePicks.
KLUTCH will support PrizePicks through a slate of bold, upcoming marketing campaigns, tapping into the agency’s expertise across sports, music, entertainment, and creators. Powered by KLUTCH’s data and valuation insights and strategic guidance, the agency will bring fresh energy and star power to the brand to unlock opportunities in both culture and fandom.
“PrizePicks is a brand that understands where sports fandom is headed – blending community, culture, and entertainment. We’re thrilled to support in their journey as they build deeper connections with fans and athletes alike,” said Maria DeRuccio, SVP of Brand Consulting at KLUTCH Sports Group.
KLUTCH and its strategic partner, UTA, represent the world’s top athletes, artists, brands, and creators, delivering opportunities across sports, entertainment, media, and business. Brand advisory remains a cornerstone of KLUTCH and UTA’s growth strategy. This collaboration with KLUTCH marks a pivotal step in PrizePicks’ mission to grow beyond the traditional boundaries of fantasy sports and become a cultural force in sports and entertainment.
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PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced that it has partnered with the Los Angeles Dodgers as the team’s Official Daily Fantasy Sports Partner. The partnership features several digital and in-stadium activations at Dodger Stadium as PrizePicks continues to strengthen its brand presence in baseball.
“Partnering with the Dodgers is an incredible opportunity to align with one of the most respected organizations in sports. As the Dodgers chase another championship title, we’re looking forward to delivering unique moments that bring fans even closer to the action,” said Mike Quigley, Chief Marketing Officer at PrizePicks.
As part of the multi-year partnership, PrizePicks will receive prominent in-venue branding at Dodger Stadium, including banner displays throughout the stadium’s concourses and LED signage in the outfield pavilion. The partnership will also include promotion across Dodgers social media, digital platforms, and radio.
“We are pleased to welcome PrizePicks to our family of partners. Their innovative approach to fan engagement aligns well with our commitment to delivering world-class experiences, and we look forward to a winning collaboration,” said Lon Rosen, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at Los Angeles Dodgers.
Throughout the 2025 season, PrizePicks will also introduce an exclusive in-game promotion for Dodgers fans. Anytime the team scores 10 or more runs at home, the Dodgers will launch a PrizePicks branded social media contest for a chance to score a free PrizePicks lineup and tickets to a future game at Dodger Stadium to watch their picks play out live.
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