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Online Sports Betting Goes Live in Arkansas

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Last Updated: March 9, 2022 6:26 AM EST • 1 min 4 sec read.

Online sports betting officially went live Saturday, March 5 in Arkansas when Southland Casino Racing launched its sportsbook utilizing the Betly platform. 

https://twitter.com/betlysportsbook/status/1500150414901190662

Currently, the sportsbook is only available on Mac and PC browsers, but an app will be available for Apple and Android users soon.

The reason for the app delay is attributed to the process of launching a smartphone app, which requires many customer-protection standards like verification from payment-processing vendors.

New users who register on the Betly Arkansas platform can receive a Risk Free bet up to $250.

“The Betly online sportsbook will make it even easier for our patrons, all Arkansas residents and visitors to the state to wager on their favorite teams,” said David Wolf, president and general manager of Southland Casino Racing. 

The timing of the launch and prospective mobile app availability is advantageous as the NCAA March Madness tournament begins next week. 

The American Gaming Association estimates over 50 million Americans will bet over $10 billion combined in 2022 on the tournament.

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Enhancing the experience for Arkansas sports bettor is the in-state favorite Arkansas Razorbacks are ranked NO.15 nationally with a 24-7 record and hope to make a deep playoff run in the tournament.

https://twitter.com/RazorbackMBB/status/1500882188543283202

Right now, Southland is the only operator in-state. However, Saracen Casino Resort and Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort are expected to launch their online sportsbook later this week – increasing competition in the marketplace. 

Both companies have developed their own mobile betting platforms to avoid partnering with prominent bookmakers like FanDuel and Draftkings.

Make sure to keep an eye on our Live Odds page throughout the week to get the best lines possible and connect with others in the SBR community on our popular sports betting forum.

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