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Fanatics Sportsbook Officially Launches with Retail Location in Maryland

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Fanatics Betting and Gaming, the online and retail sports betting division of the Fanatics digital sports platform, has become the first legal sports betting operator, in partnership with the Washington Commanders, to open a retail sportsbook inside an NFL Stadium. The Fanatics Sportsbook at FedExField in Maryland is the company’s first entry into the legal sports betting market, and it also represents the Commanders’ formal market access entry in Maryland.

“We are excited to bring the Fanatics Sportsbook to Maryland at FedExField. Our first retail location, with adjacency to the Commanders Team store, is a physical representation of what Fanatics will deliver to sports fans all over North America. We are rolling out our platform first at retail and we will have more exciting news to share in the coming months as we bring to market new mobile technology designed to improve the betting experience for sports fans,” Ari Borod, Chief Business Officer of Fanatics Betting and Gaming, said.

“When our journey began over two years ago, we knew we had to reinvigorate the guest experience at FedExField and open the campus to the community. Today is a special moment in realizing that vision as we open this innovative sportsbook, operating seven days a week for sports fans throughout our community. We owe a debt of gratitude to Former Governor Hogan, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, and numerous other elected leaders who supported our vision of an equity framework that will ensure minority participation in this venture; allowing us to do right by the community and the fans at the same time,” said Washington Commanders Team President Jason Wright.

The Washington Commanders serve as the market access partner for the Fanatics Sportsbook at FedEx Field, which provided the Commanders the opportunity to work directly with a Maryland-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Hamilton Hall Real Estate Partners, LLC (Hamilton Hall), led by hospitality entrepreneur and fund manager Charles Hopkins.

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“It is a special day to see the vision for legal sports wagering advocated by Maryland’s legislative leaders come to fruition here in Prince George’s County. As a native Prince Georgian and minority business owner with deep expertise in hospitality, gaming and commercial retail, I am honored to join forces with the Washington Commanders and Fanatics Betting and Gaming to offer a best-in-class sports betting experience. I am also grateful to Dan and Tanya Snyder for their leadership and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels of the sports betting business in Maryland,” said Charles Hopkins, Founder and Managing Principal, Hamilton Hall Real Estate Partners LLC.

The first official bet at a Fanatics Sportsbook was placed by Commanders 2022 Fan of the Year Chris Bryant. He wagered $20 @ +167 on a hometown Moneyline parlay featuring the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals to win their next matchups. Chris, a military veteran, has missed only a handful of Commanders games in the last 10 years including away games. On game days, Chris can be found in the FedExField parking lot decked out in his Hogfarmers signature look, which features burgundy-and-gold striped overalls and the notable “pig hardhat”.

The newly designed sportsbook is 5000 square feet and features eight betting windows, 21 self-service betting kiosks, 2 giant LED Video Walls, 38 TV monitors, and a full-service restaurant with food options that every sports fan will enjoy.

The Fanatics Sportsbook will stand alongside the Washington Commanders Team Store, which is operated by Fanatics, building a true Super Fan experience. Now in one location, fans will be able to place a sports wager, buy team merchandise and watch a game in the ultimate sports atmosphere.

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Fanatics Betting & Gaming To Partner With Carolina Hurricanes for North Carolina Sports Betting

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Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Inc., a global digital sports platform, will enter into a long-term partnership agreement with the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes to become the team’s Official Sports Betting Partner and secure market access for its online sports betting platform, Fanatics Sportsbook, pending licensing and regulatory approvals.

“The Hurricanes are thrilled to welcome Fanatics as our Official Sports Betting Partner,” said Hurricanes President and General Manager Don Waddell. “Fanatics Sportsbook will bring a user-friendly experience for North Carolinians to wager on sports responsibly, and we’re proud to partner with them on this endeavor.”

With the launch of regulated online sports wagering in North Carolina scheduled for March 2024, the partnership gives Fanatics Sportsbook access to the North Carolina market for mobile sports betting, as well as, the opportunity to put a retail sportsbook at PNC Arena. The partnership also includes marketing assets such as in-arena signage, broadcast integrations, PNC Arena activations for hockey fans, and many other opportunities for Hurricanes fans and ticket holders to engage with Fanatics Sportsbook.

“We are excited to have the Carolina Hurricanes as our market access partner in North Carolina,” said Ari Borod, Chief Business Officer, Fanatics Betting and Gaming. “We are working with one of the most talented professional sports organizations that knows how to grow a sports business by putting a competitive product out on the ice. We look forward to partnering with the organization to bring sports fans in North Carolina a sports betting product that meets the expectations of such a passionate fanbase.”

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The Fanatics Sportsbook officially launched in August 2023 and is currently available in ten states. The Fanatics Sportsbook makes being a fan easy with fast signup, easy betting, transparent withdrawals, live streaming, industry leading search functionality, the ability to earn FanCash on bets and a curated Discover page with the sports and bets that matter most to a customer. Fanatics Betting and Gaming and the Carolina Hurricanes believe that responsible gaming is a core tenet and a part of each organization’s DNA. Online customers will have access to Responsible Gaming tools to manage their time and money.

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Connecticut Lottery Corporation Announces Partnership with Fanatics Betting and Gaming

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The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) today announced Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Incorporated, a global digital sports platform, as its new sports betting partner in the state of Connecticut. The Fanatics Sportsbook will serve as the CLC’s exclusive sports betting provider for mobile and retail channels. The expected transition date is mid-December.

“Fanatics is the only true sports brand in the gaming space and has established itself as an innovator in the industry,” the President and Chief Executive Officer for the CLC, Greg Smith, said. “We have been impressed with the Fanatics team, its aggressive entry into the United States sports betting market and we are excited to see how it redefines the sports betting customer experience here in Connecticut. The CLC anticipates notable market share growth as a result of this partnership.”

Sports fans living in and visiting Connecticut will soon be able to download the Fanatics Sportsbook on iOS and Android and begin their Fanatics experience. With this new partnership, Connecticut sports bettors will enjoy an online sportsbook that makes being a fan easy with fast signup, easy betting, transparent withdrawals, live streaming, industry-leading search functionality, the ability to earn FanCash on their bets and a curated discover page with the sports and bets that matter most to a customer.

“We are excited to be working with the CLC to bring the Fanatics Sportsbook to customers in Connecticut,” the Chief Business Officer for Fanatics Holdings Incorporated, Ari Borod, said. “We are looking forward to bringing the Fanatics experience to the ten retail locations throughout Connecticut and, more importantly, adding our innovative mobile app to the online choices available in Connecticut.”

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To download images and videos of the Fanatics Sportsbook, visit the Fanatics Media Center and for more news and information follow the Fanatics Sportsbook social channels on X @FanaticsBook_PB and on Instagram @FanaticsBook_PB.

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Fanatics Sportsbook and Cleveland Guardians Open Retail Sportsbook at Progressive Field

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Fanatics Betting and Gaming, the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Incorporated, a global digital sports platform, opened a retail sportsbook location in partnership with the Cleveland Guardians today at Progressive Field.

“We’re very excited to partner with Fanatics Betting and Gaming to bring a retail sportsbook location, its first in Major League Baseball, outside Progressive Field in downtown Cleveland,” the Vice-President of Corporate and Premium Partnerships for the Cleveland Guardians, Ted Baugh, said. “This will provide our fans a very convenient in-person option to place bets.”

Paul Shuey, former Cleveland Guardian pitcher, placed the ceremonial first bet at the brand-new Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field. Shuey, a University of North Carolina graduate and Cleveland’s first round pick in 1992 (2nd overall), placed a $20 moneyline bet (-135) on the University of North Carolina (football) to win its home opener against University of South Carolina on Sept 2, 2023.

“This is Fanatics Betting and Gaming’s first retail sportsbook at a Major League Ballpark,” the Chief Business Officer for Fanatics Betting and Gaming, Ari Borod, said. “We designed this location to complement our online sports betting app and usher in a brand-new sports betting experience with the most rewarding online sportsbook in Ohio, allowing customers to earn up to 5% back in FanCash on every bet.”

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The Fanatics Sportsbook app is available for download on iOS and Android for sports fans living and visiting the state of Ohio. The Fanatics Sportsbook makes being a fan easy with fast sign-up, easy betting, transparent withdrawals, an industry-leading search functionality and a curated Discover page with the sports and bets that matter most to a customer.

The Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field is located outside the Right Field District Gate at the corner of Larry Doby Way and East 9th Street. The newly-designed sportsbook is nearly 600 square feet and features two betting windows, four self-service betting kiosks and seven television monitors. The Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field will offer legal betting markets for all major sports including professional and college football, basketball, hockey and baseball alongside tennis, soccer, golf, MMA and boxing. The development and trading of sports betting markets will be done in-house at Fanatics Betting and Gaming and supported by a number of world-class trading suppliers. Fans seeking to place an in-person bet will not require a Guardians game ticket to access the sportsbook.

Fanatics Betting and Gaming and the Cleveland Guardians believe that responsible gaming is a core tenet and a part of each company’s DNA. On-site staff at the Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field have received responsible wagering training and can offer support services to customers when needed.

The Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field will be open weekdays from 2pm to 8pm and weekends from 11am to 9pm. On game days, the Fanatics Sportsbook at Progressive Field will be open two hours prior to first pitch and stay open through the conclusion of the game.

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