FanDuel

FanDuel: sports betting, online casino, and prediction markets

FanDuel is a sports entertainment and online gaming platform that brings together several forms of participation: sports betting, online casino, fantasy sports, horse racing betting, prediction markets, and the Faceoff product. The company presents itself as a place to bet on sports, play online, and build fantasy teams.

Products and game types

FanDuel's catalog is organized around several distinct products:

• Sportsbook: betting on games, players, and teams, with coverage of leagues such as the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, college football, soccer, golf, UFC, and NASCAR/F1. It includes the Bet Protect feature for eligible NFL, NBA, and WNBA player prop bets.
• Casino: online casino with blackjack, slots, table games, and live dealer games.
• Fantasy: fantasy leagues for football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, golf, and NASCAR.
• Racing: horse racing betting, with odds and information on major events such as the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes, and Breeders' Cup.
• Predicts: prediction markets where users choose Yes or No on sports, cultural, financial, crypto, and other events, setting an amount and getting paid if they are right. According to the company, these markets are available nationwide through the app.
• PokerStars: poker product integrated into the platform.
• Faceoff: a way to play against other people for real money.

Editorial and television content

FanDuel TV is presented as a channel for following betting and racing content, with hosts and shows designed to complement the sports betting experience. The company also maintains FanDuel Research, a news and analysis section with NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and college football information, as well as odds for major competitions.

Geographic availability

The company states that prediction markets are available in all 50 states, while sports betting, casino, and fantasy products are available in select states. FanDuel publishes an availability map showing the status of each product in the United States and Canada, along with the support resources for each region. The company operates under the entity Betfair Interactive US LLC.

History and corporate approach

FanDuel was founded in 2009 with the goal of giving sports fans new ways to engage with the games. The company says that today it offers a suite of entertainment experiences used by millions of people. Its stated principles include transparency in odds and terms, protection of user data and funds, and the design of tools aimed at responsible play, such as identity verification and play controls. The company also states partnerships with leagues, teams, and sports personalities.

Responsible gaming and customer support

The platform includes responsible gaming resources and publishes state helplines for Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, and Louisiana, among others. Access is restricted to those 21 and older, except in Washington, D.C., and Wyoming, where the minimum age is 18, and only in states where the product is authorized. FanDuel offers customer support through its website and has a press contact for media inquiries.