Del Lago Resort & Casino officially joined the sports betting field with the recent launch of its sportsbook. Teaming up with DraftKings this casino complex is about to take the field by a storm and possibly witness a dramatic increase in its gaming revenue over the upcoming weeks. The launch was a celebration in itself with famous names making their way to the premium commercial casino resort.
New York State has been preparing for the official launch of legal sports wagering over the past more than a year. This summer was projected to bring the legalized gaming activity that many New Yorkers already enjoy and illegally participate in. In order to capitalize on its popularity across the state, local lawmakers worked hard and came up with the most appropriate set of rules that would guide the field from here on out.
Del Lago Became Instantly More Attractive
Upstate New York has four commercial casino resorts that are about to enter the field and offer their unique take on sports wagering. In-person betting on sports events is now available at del Lago Resort and Casino, making the location an even more attractive resort for pale from near and far. The launch ceremony welcomed everyone curious to take a look and meet stars in person.
Former Syracuse and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb was a special guest of this ribbon-cutting event, something many individuals looked forward to witnessing. Locals and people from neighboring communities made their way to the premium location in Seneca County. The NFL star’s presence at the casino venue was a memorable experience, as he represents the community of sportspeople.
He was the individual placing the first bet on the premises of the sports betting lounge. As soon as the ribbon as officially cut, he picked the Eagles to win the Super Bowl and placed the bet. More than 100 individuals witnessed the event first-hand, while media outlets reported live and taped the entire experience. He even did a retake of his first bet, as one of the reporters failed to capture the moment.
Legal Sports Betting by DraftKings
Right before the event, there was a brief meet & greet with some of the people.This made the VIP area of the casino venue even more exclusive for those who got to talk to him in person. Brent Stevens, Chairman and Managing Partner of Peninsula Pacific, stated that the casino complex is always willing to step up its game and bring something new to the table.
Sports wagering is one of the offerings that could enhance the experience of many players. The milestone ceremony introduced the premium sports wagering area spanning over 6,000 square feet. All players ready to place their first legal bet at del Lago will have the chance to use one of the 23 premium self-serve betting kiosks and more.
It should also be noted that expectations of the casino management are high, as financial struggles have been following its operation for some time. The commercial casino venue, which recently saw development firm Wilmorite exit del Lago Resort Casino and sell its 50-percent stake in the premium resort. This makes Peninsula Pacific LLC the sole stakeholder of the Tyre casino resort.
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Author: Yolina
Yolina has followed closely the latest development on the Canadian gaming scene over the past years, monitoring the land-based, lottery, and online offerings up for grabs. The dynamic nature of the local lottery and casino fields, as well as the opportunities lying ahead of Canada fire her enthusiasm for what is to come. A sports betting enthusiast, in her spare time Yolina could be found in her natural habitat – turning the pages of biographies and catching up on the latest stand-up comedy podcasts.