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DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ:DKNG) announced on Wednesday plans to launch its mobile sportsbook in Kentucky. Last month, DraftKings (DKNG) reached an agreement with a subsidiary of ECL Entertainment to give the digital sports entertainment and gaming company access to operate online sports betting in Kentucky.
Beginning on September 28, eligible customers in Kentucky will have the opportunity to place bets through DraftKings’ (DKNG) online sportsbook across collegiate and professional sports, including the NCAA, NFL, MLB, NBA and more. DraftKings (DKNG) will also give Kentucky customers the usual variety of special bets, such as same-game parlays, in-game options, player props, special odds boost selections, and more.
In addition to its online sportsbook, Kentucky sports bettors can place wagers in person at the newly opened DraftKings Sportsbook located at The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland in Williamsburg and Cumberland Run in Corbin.
The timing for entering Kentucky is advantageous for DraftKings (DKNG), with both the pro football and college football seasons in full swing. Kentucky will be the 24th jurisdiction overall where DraftKings (DKNG) is live.
Shares of DraftKings (DKNG) gained 1.05% in premarket trading on Wedneday.
