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Parimatch Named Exclusive Betting Sponsor for Champion of Champions Tour Brazil Broadcasts
GRID announces Parimatch as the official betting sponsor of the Brazilian Champion of Champions Tour broadcast for the competition’s duration.
The sponsorship will see Parimatch supporting all Brazilian broadcasts of the Champion of Champions Tour, jointly expanding the CCT outreach and engagement in South America while promoting Parimatch within the region. The regional broadcasts shall be produced by CCT partner BTSBrasilTV, who will additionally leverage the potential of the entire Tour’s content portfolio, including all Online cups, all Studio LANs, and the CCT Finals in 2024. The partnership aims to create engaging experiences for CCT viewers through Parimatch’s products for the Brazil CS:GO scene.
The first South America Online Series is approaching the Playoffs, starting August 25, and will see teams such as 00Nation competing for the $25,000 prize. The total prize pool for the region is $400,000, split between the 8 Online Series ($200,000) and the 2 Studio Finals that follow ($200,000). BTSBrasilTV holds broadcasting rights throughout the regional stages of the Tour, and shall retain those rights during the 2024 Arena LAN Finals. BTSBrasilTV is one of the largest independent studios in Latin America, which specializes in esports coverage and casting to a global audience.
“Working with Parimatch is a great opportunity as they truly understand the growing impact and further potential of the esports industry. We aim to establish partnerships that drive growth to create a fruitful experience for CCT players and viewers alike. At GRID, we feel that Parimatch shares the value of prioritizing fan engagement with the CS:GO, and greater esports community,” said Mikael Westerling, Chief Sales Officer at GRID.
“Brazil is a new market of operations for Parimatch. We see great value in partnering with GRID – one of the strongest players in the global esports market that deeply understands data, integrity, and the gaming community. It is not our first brands’ collaboration, and I think it will be as successful as all the previous ones, based on shared values and determination for the best results.” – shared Dmitry Belianin, CCO, of the PMI service company, engaged in the development and implementation of the expansion strategy for the Parimatch brand and GRID. – I am sure that our first steps accompanied by the best of the best will set the stage for an extraordinary journey.”
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Clark County residents can bring a friend for free to next week’s Super Bingo $160,000 tournament at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, May 6-8
Home to downtown Las Vegas’ only bingo room, the Plaza Hotel & Casino is offering Clark County, Nevada residents who register to play in next week’s Super Bingo tournament the opportunity to bring a friend for free.
Happening Monday, May 6 through Wednesday, May 8 in the Plaza’s expansive ballroom, Super Bingo is expected to draw nearly 1,000 people from the local Las Vegas valley and across the country and Canada for the opportunity to win big playing fun-filled games of bingo over two days, with a $50,000 super coverall both days while socializing with like-minded bingo players.
Bingo-only registration is $160 per person, and Clark County residents who register can bring a friend for free. Registration is available online at https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/bingo/super-bingo-registration/. Hotel-and-bingo packages start at $300 for a four-night stay with no resort fee.
All Super Bingo players receive one 6-on paper pack for both days, two daubers, free drinks via an open bar at all sessions, boxed lunch both days, and $10 in free slot play after the first day’s session.
The Plaza’s Bingo room offers six daily bingo sessions at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. and is located on the 3rd floor. By parking on the third floor of the Plaza’s self-parking garage, guests have convenient and direct access to the Plaza’s bingo room and parking is validated for bingo players.
Gambling in the USA
Kambi Group plc extends Mohegan partnership with on-property sports betting agreement in Pennsylvania
Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has agreed a long-term on-property sportsbook partnership with Mohegan to provide its award-winning sportsbook at two retail locations in the state of Pennsylvania.
The partnership will see Mohegan utilise Kambi’s cutting-edge retail sportsbook offering across more than 20 kiosks in sportsbook locations at Mohegan Pennsylvania and Mohegan Pennsylvania at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook.
The deal further strengthens Kambi’s relationship with Mohegan, which already utilises Kambi’s suite of sports betting products at ilani in Washington, as well as online and on-property in the Canadian province of Ontario at Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara.
Kristian Nylén, Kambi CEO and Co-founder, said: “With several successful partnerships with Mohegan already in place, we are pleased to agree this new partnership as we continue to build on our strong relationship.
“This latest deal further reinforces Kambi’s position as the sportsbook provider of choice for tribes across North America, and we look forward to our ongoing collaboration with Mohegan.”
Tony Carlucci, President & GM of Mohegan Pennsylvania, said: “Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to continue utilising the same Kambi technology platform that existed under our Kindred partnership, which will help to create a seamless process as the Sportsbook at Mohegan Pennsylvania fully rebrands later this Spring.”
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