It was another news-filled week in the world of gambling.
In this installment of the weekly roundup from US Bets, we’re giving you a rundown of some of the more interesting new nuggets from the world of sports betting and beyond.
Also be sure to check out Sports Handle for its weekly news recap, “Get a Grip.”
Ohio corruption scandal linked to sports betting legislation ensnares Cincinnati politician
BREAKING: Source: Cincinnati City Councilman Jeff Pastor arrested on federal bribery charge https://t.co/8r6vz2JjEt
— Enquirer (@Enquirer) November 10, 2020
Alleged Indiana bookie scheduled to soon stand trial
The Indiana man who allegedly led an underground bookmaking operation that took in more than $17 million is will head to trial in December. Brian Pempus on the rescheduled court date and the details of the case: https://t.co/5jujx2yjrh pic.twitter.com/7qrsTiaEaz
— HoosierStateBets (@HoosierBets) November 12, 2020
Iconic poker cash game show returns in December
High Stakes Poker is returning, with new episodes airing on PokerGO in December. @EricRaskin on the entertaining program coming back after a decade-long absence: https://t.co/PRCII5vVqG pic.twitter.com/TzHxU4tTPz
— US Bets (@US_Bets) November 12, 2020
Alleged election controversy delays payouts from Betfair
Gambling sites refuse to call election for Biden, leaving $600 million in limbo https://t.co/ao6g8EMeXz pic.twitter.com/1yOv03mI18
— New York Post (@nypost) November 13, 2020
WSOP announces hybrid $10,000 buy-in Main Event
Be Part of history.
2020 WSOP Main Event to begin online on @WSOPcom and @GGPokerOfficial, live Finale tables and a heads up duel for the world championship and the $1M added prize money.
Full details for US and International players here : https://t.co/OcehbGIG93 pic.twitter.com/ViLymRhljP— WSOP (@WSOP) November 13, 2020
Illegal sportsbook offering odds on Trebek replacement
Who will replace Alex Trebek as ‘Jeopardy!’ host? Here’s what oddsmakers say https://t.co/h9x9tDcTlw
— Fresno Bee (@FresnoBee) November 12, 2020
Ohio Senate again urges MLB to forgive Rose’s gambling
The Ohio Senate is once again asking MLB to make Pete Rose eligible for Cooperstown. @brianpempus on the latest attempt by the state to get Rose's name off the permanently ineligible list and onto the Hall of Fame ballot: https://t.co/DT87UYn1wF pic.twitter.com/qfk1aWi9Xb
— HoosierStateBets (@HoosierBets) November 12, 2020
Longshot bet on Tiger Woods to win Masters once again
The wager to win #themasters with the second-largest liability at @BetMGM books?
$5,000 on Tiger Woods at 40-1 odds
Tiger also has the most bets to win the tournament, just ahead of Dustin Johnson at BetMGM.
— Ben Fawkes (@BFawkes22) November 9, 2020
