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The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has introduced new minimum standards for rider safety equipment. Looking to better protect the sport’s participants against the risk of injury, the Rules of Racing states anyone who rides a horse on the racecourse or under the care of a licensed trainer must wear a BHA-approved helmet and body protector. BHA Chief Medical Adviser, Dr …

International Game Technology PLC (IGT), through its subsidiary IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has added 10 more years to its contract with the North Carolina Education Lottery (NCEL). The partnership spans all the way back to NCEL’s inception in 2006. The new extension will commence on 1 July 2027, running through June 2037.  With the new agreement in place, IGT will …

HBA Media has secured wide visibility for one of its flagship French assets, the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – known as the Arc. In total, 37 broadcasters will cover the event which is taking place on 6 October at the ParisLongchamp Racecourse.  Domestic coverage will be provided by the M6 and BFM Paris outlets, including on-site coverage, alongside …

The board of OPAP SA has initiated a search for a new chairman following the immediate resignation of Kamil Ziegler. Yesterday, OPAP informed investors that Ziegler had stood down as Chairman of the Athens-listed gambling group and operator of the Greek national lottery. Intermediate plans will see Jan Karas take on the dual responsibilities of Group CEO and Chairman of …

The deal sees the operator continuing its role as title sponsor for a series of races across several top UK courses. Dominic Vye, Marketing Director of Virgin Bet, commented: “As a brand deeply rooted in the passion for British horse racing, we are thrilled to extend our partnership with The Jockey Club. “This ongoing collaboration allows us to continue supporting …

Tote and PMU are giving British and Irish racing fans exclusive access to the French pools for the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe meeting this weekend. Since September 2023, the Tote has been the only way British and Irish racing fans can access the significant pools offered by the PMU.  This covers racing throughout the year, including all races from …

Global lottery operator Allwyn has announced that it is relocating its Allwyn International a.s. (AIAS) entity office from the Czech Republic to Switzerland.  The transfer of business came into effect on 1 October, with the new entity now operating under Swedish law and the new legal name Allwyn International AG.  No effects are anticipated on the Allwyn lottery and gaming …

The Senate of Paraguay has postponed all reviews related to amending or modifying existing gambling laws. The postponement of gambling amendments was announced by the Senate’s Constitutional Affairs Committee, chaired by Javier Zacarías Irún. The Committee had been assigned to review a ‘project proposal’ for gambling amendments endorsed by Senators Sergio Rojas and Dionisio Amarilla. The proposal called for the …

Total Performance Data (TPD) has announced a multi-year partnership with the Bahrain Turf Club. The club will use the horse racing live data provider’s services beginning with the new season in Bahrain in November 2024.  Will Duff Gordon, CEO of TPD, commented: “We are delighted to extend our footprint in the middle east by adding the Bahrain Turf Club to …

Star Sports has announced that its acquisition of Star Pelaw, formerly Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium, will work in tandem with SIS for future media meetings. Following last week’s news that the County Durham stadium will become Star Pelaw, it has been confirmed that the track will switch from Arena Racing Company (ARC) to SIS for future media meetings. This is …