eSports
F1 drivers turn to eSports after Australian GP called off

Max Verstappen (Red Bull) is just one of a number of established motor racing stars taking refuge in the virtual world of Esports following the shutdown of racing around the world in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The F1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix was cancelled on Friday at the last minute, with the season not expected to resume until the end of May at the earliest.
It’s left drivers literally twiddling their thumbs in the meantime – and now they’re planning on putting their unexpected spare time to good use by taking part in an All Star Esports battle online racing event on Sunday.
As well as Verstappen, the field includes Indy 500 champion Simon Pagenaud and fellow IndyCar drivers Colton Herta and Felix Rosenquist, after the US open wheel series was also placed on hiatus until May.
âWe got wind that Australia wouldnât be going on, we guessed that the IndyCar race might be canned and we already knew that the Formula E races were done,â Darren Cox, founder of the Race and CEO of Torque Esports, told Reuters.
âWe started on Thursday morning to put together a plan and then by yesterday (Friday) lunchtime we had the programme launched.
âWe thought some of the real drivers would fancy a go but the reaction has been absolutely massive. Itâs snowballed really.â
Cox said the free-to-air streamed race would not use the Australian Grand Prix circuit, with the track kept secret to prevent drivers putting in practice time in the simulators before the start.
BBC radioâs Formula E and F1 esports commentator Jack Nicholls was the voice of the event, which had 60 drivers in three heats and the top 20 competing in the final.
âIn 48 hours weâve turned around what was nothing into something that looks like one of the races of the year,â said Cox.
BETBY
BETBY CONTINUES UPWARD TRAJECTORY WITH SOLID Q3 2025 PERFORMANCE RESULTS

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BETBY, a leading sportsbook supplier, has reported another strong quarter, with its Q3 2025 performance underlining consistent growth and sustained engagement across its global partner network. The results highlight the providerâs continued expansion, innovation, and ability to deliver competitive value to operators worldwide.
During the third quarter, BETBYâs sportsbook recorded a 56.07% year-on-year increase in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR), a 24.92% rise in total bets placed, and a 19.45% increase in active players, aligning with the solid upward trend seen in the companyâs H1 results.
Importantly, these results were achieved despite a non-idyllic September, which was marked by uncompetitive margins due to sporting outcomes. This resilience further underscores the companyâs ability to maintain growth momentum even in unfavourable market conditions.
This performance further demonstrates the scalability and reliability of BETBYâs sportsbook solution, which continues to attract new partners and drive growth across regulated markets. The supplierâs investment in proprietary trading models, AI-powered tools, and tailored partner support remains central to its strategy.
Betby.Games, BETBYâs proprietary esports feed, also delivered a positive quarter, achieving an 8.43% year-on-year increase in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR), a 6.18% rise in total bets placed, and an 11.85% growth in active players compared to the same period last year.
Leonid Pertsovskiy, Chief Executive Officer at BETBY, commented: âQ3 once again demonstrates the strength of our products and the trust weâve built with our partners. We continue to deliver solid results across both sportsbook and esports verticals, driven by innovation, user-centric solutions, and our commitment to excellence. As we approach the end of the year, our focus remains on accelerating growth and reinforcing our position as a Tier-1 provider in the iGaming industry.â
To find out more about BETBYâs cutting-edge sportsbook solution visit booth 4045 during SiGMA Central Europe. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with BETBYâs team, and discover how the companyâs solutions and services can be their winning aspect for their iGaming project.
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BeĹiktaĹ Esports
HAVIT Partners with Three Top International Esports Teams to Expand Global Presence

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HAVIT, a leading global consumer tech brand, officially announced strategic partnerships with three internationally renowned esports teams: Brazilâs Vivo Keyd Stars, Turkiyeâs Galatasaray Esports and BeĹiktaĹ Esports. This marks a new stage in HAVITâs global esports expansion, further strengthening its influence in the global esports ecosystem.
HAVIT has achieved remarkable results in the esports sector across both the Turkish and Latin American markets.
In Turkiye, HAVITâs gaming headsets consistently rank No.1 on the leading platform Trendyol. To further integrate into the local esports ecosystem, HAVIT partners with Galatasaray Esports and BeĹiktaĹ Esports, celebrated for their prestigious legacy and youthful energy, each with a massive fan base. This collaboration not only reinforces HAVITâs market leadership but also deepens its connection with the local esports community.
Moreover, HAVIT enters the second year of its partnership with Vivo Keyd Stars, Brazilâs leading esports team, providing high-performance gaming gear to support the teamâs play. With HAVITâs gear and their own relentless drive, VKS won the championship in LTA South 2025 Split 3 and will represent Brazil at the 2025 League of Legends World Championship. This partnership underscores both the teamâs strength and HAVITâs commitment to empowering Brazilâs esports development.
Brand Vision: Build a Global Esports Network
This strategic partnership across Brazil and Turkiye is a key step in HAVITâs regional market expansion and lays a solid foundation for HAVITâs future presence in wider esports ecosystems of Europe, the Americas and beyond.
âPartnering with these teams is a crucial implementation of HAVITâs âFor Fun. For Games. For Championsâ vision. By merging technology with esports, we aim to inspire gamers worldwide to break boundaries and shape the future of gaming,â Doug Pollard said.
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2XKO
DATA.BET the First to Launch 2XKO Offering

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Introducing Riot Gamesâ newest title to the esports landscape
DATA.BET, the award-winning sports betting solution supplier, has pioneered the betting market by launching 2XKO, a new dynamic competitive format.
2XKO marks a new addition to the global esports scene. With its fast-paced, double-elimination structure, it brings a distinctive rhythm of short yet high-stakes matches â a setup that potentially opens new avenues for betting engagement and audience retention as the format evolves.
At this stage, DATA.BETâs coverage focuses on key pre-match markets, including Winner and To Reach the Final for overall tournament outcomes, as well as Winner within individual matches. During the final stages of the competition, the company also plans to expand its offering with Map Winner markets for each map.
What makes 2XKO unique is the combination of short-form, high-intensity gameplay. This setup maximizes player engagement, mirroring the popularity of competitive fighting games worldwide while translating seamlessly into a betting environment.
DATA.BET debuted its 2XKO betting coverage at the upcoming 2 NICE KO tournament in Nice, France (Oct 10â12, 2025), featuring nearly 300 players across top fighting titles.
Bogdan Holovnov, Head of Esports at DATA.BET, said: âEsports thrives on creativity and innovation, and 2XKO is the perfect example of how new formats can drive excitement for players and bettors alike. At DATA.BET, weâre proud to be the first to bring this to market â giving our partners exclusive access to content that captures the speed, intensity, and global appeal of fighting games. This launch reinforces our commitment to expanding esports betting with fresh, high-impact experiences.â
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