BetMGM Horse Racing mobile app launches in Ohio

The app uses the New York Racing Association wagering platform and will allow customers to wager on races at more than 200 tracks around the world.

US.- BetMGM has launched its BetMGM Horse Racing mobile app in the state of Ohio. The app will allow Ohio customers to wager on premier thoroughbred, harness and quarter horse races at more than 200 tracks around the world.

The app uses the New York Racing Association’s online wagering platform, NYRA Bets, and will be available to download for both iOS and Android.

BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt said: “We’re proud to introduce BetMGM Horse Racing, our new mobile offering to the state of Ohio. In partnership with NYRA Bets, we’ve created an innovative digital experience for horse racing fans and anticipate the platform’s future launch in additional states.”

Matt Buckley, SVP of marketing and operations, MGM Northfield Park, added: “The Northfield Park harness racing grounds have been home to some of the nation’s premier races since the 1950s. Working with BetMGM to elevate harness racing throughout Ohio is a sign of our continued commitment and investment in the sport.”

Customers will have access to daily horse racing data, live streaming video, race replays and wagering on US events such as Kentucky Derby, Preakness, Belmont Stakes and the Breeders’ Cup. They will also have access to international races such as the Royal Ascot meet, Melbourne Cup, Saudi Cup and the Dubai World Cup.

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