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VIRGIN BET AND PRESENTING STAR NATALIE PIKE BRING ‘WOMEN’S DAY’ TO DONCASTER RACECOURSE
Virgin Bet is excited to announce the second iteration of its ‘Women’s Day’ event, which will take place at the Virgin Bet November Handicap on Saturday, 9th November, at Doncaster Racecourse.
The day will serve as a platform to celebrate women in racing, making it the latest effort in Virgin Bet’s long line of social impact initiatives to help create a more inclusive environment.
Building on the success of the inaugural Women’s Day at Ayr Racecourse last season, this celebration aims to further highlight and honour the invaluable contributions of women in racing.
The event at Doncaster Racecourse is open to everyone, embodying Virgin Bet’s brand mission, ‘A Good Bet’. This campaign emphasises the brand’s dedication to breaking down pre-existing barriers within sports and culture at large.
As part of the day’s proceedings, in addition to enjoying Doncaster’s spectacular race offerings, attendees can attend two panels led by presenter Natalie Pike, with the first starting at 10:45 am in the Exhibition Hall. Combining celebration with insight, these discussions will encourage reflection and spark conversation, connecting racing fans with legendary women transforming horse racing while also addressing diversity in the sport.
Panellists will include:
Panel 1: Women of Horse Racing
- Sophie Green (Trainee Clerk of the Course, Southwell Racecourse)
- Charlotte Russel (General Manager, Go Racing In Yorkshire)
- Rachel Harwood (Executive Director, Doncaster Racecourse)
Panel 2: Creative Inclusivity in Racing
- Dawn Goodfellow (CEO, Racing Welfare)
- Emma Kay (Founder, WalkSafe)
Additionally, as part of Virgin Bet’s raceday sponsorship, a donation will be made to Racing Welfare. Their work ensures the well-being and success of British horseracing’s workforce. Virgin Bet’s support for Racing Welfare highlights the importance of giving back to the community that keeps the industry running.
The Virgin Bet November Handicap marks the beginning of Virgin Bet’s continued partnership with Arena Racing Company (ARC) for a series of key meetings throughout the 2024/25 season. This partnership extends to fellow LiveScore Group brand LiveScore Bet.
Virgin Bet’s Personal Safety Partner, WalkSafe, will also be integrated into the race day. Founded in 2020, WalkSafe was developed to give the public as much information about their surroundings as possible. The app, WalkSafe+, enables users to plan the safest route home, along with a host of additional features to help ensure a safer experience for all.
Racegoers will be able to learn more about the innovative and free-to-download app over the course of the raceday, and get the chance to speak with its founder, Emma Kay, who strives every day to educate and highlight the importance of safety in all walks of life. Emma will also feature on one of the panels, sharing her insights and experiences as part of the discussions.
This second iteration of Women’s Day, now making its debut at Doncaster, serves as a potential alternative to traditional Ladies’ Day. Virgin Bet, in partnership with Doncaster Racecourse, is proud to continue fostering a celebratory environment, reminding everyone that racing truly welcomes all.
Dominic Vye, Marketing Director, Virgin Bet, said:
“Horse racing owes much of its success to the incredible women who contribute so much behind the scenes, and it’s time we celebrate their achievements. At Virgin Bet, as part of our ‘A Good Bet’ brand campaign, we want to make sport more accessible and highlight brilliance, no matter who the subject is, and this initiative is doing exactly that.”
Presenter and ‘Women’s Day Sponsored by Virgin Bet’ collaborator, Natalie Pike, added:
“It’s been amazing to return and once again be part of this fantastic initiative with the teams at Virgin Bet and Doncaster Racecourse. I hope this year’s event will continue to inspire and uplift the incredible women in horse racing. Creating an inclusive and safe environment for everyone in the sport is so important, and I’m proud to help bring attention to that.”
Rachel Harwood, Executive Director of Doncaster Racecourse, continued:
“We are proud to celebrate Women’s Day here at Doncaster Racecourse. This initiative shines a spotlight on the essential role women play in our sport. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to remind everyone that racing is for everyone, and we hope all racegoers feel that sense of inclusivity and belonging.”
“We’re also delighted to have Virgin Bet’s Personal Safety Partner WalkSafe integrated as part of their sponsorships with us. The experience and safety for all spectators at our racecourses is a priority, so it’s fantastic to see this as part of Virgin Bet’s ‘A Good Bet’ initiatives, which aims to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all.”
To purchase tickets, please visit: www.tickets.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk
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Harness the Powers of Poseidon in Stakelogic’s Exciting New Trident of Legends Slot
Dive deep into mysterious waters and summon big wins in Stakelogic’s thrilling new title
Explore a prosperous underwater world and harness the power of the formidable Greek God of the Sea Poseidon in Stakelogic’s latest release, Trident of Legends.
This enchanting aquatic adventure invites players to tap into the awe-inspiring power of the mythical Poseidon as they embark on a quest for fortune. With Poseidon’s legendary Trident in hand, players can trigger enticing bonuses while playing for wins of up to 10,000x their stake.
As you journey through the game, the action unfolds across reels that have Dynamic lengths. The reels shift and morph with every spin, adding an exciting layer of unpredictability to the game. Wins are formed using the Scatter Pay mechanic, with each win triggering cascades, creating opportunities for additional wins on each spin.
Multiplier symbols can land on any spin, and their value ranges from 2x to 1,000x. Multipliers can combine, offering mouth-watering winning prospects with grand total Multiplier values.
Keep alert for Posiedon, who makes his presence felt on the reels as a bonus symbol. The Free Spins bonus is triggered when four or more of these bonus symbols hit anywhere on the grid. During the round, Multiplier symbols are collected progressively and multiply the total win.
Poseidon would be nothing without his all-powerful Trident, which appears as a special symbol in the game. Each time a Trident Symbol appears, it wields the power to transform selected symbols depending on its level, paving the way for some of the biggest wins in the game.
As a Stakelogic slot, the game comes equipped with the Super Stake feature, allowing players to play with a bigger stake for an increased chance to trigger the bonus rounds. They can also skip the queue and buy their way into the bonus rounds for 100x their bet.
James Jelliffe, Head of Game Design at Stakelogic, said: “Poseidon, like many of the Greek Gods, has a special place in the heart of slot players, and with Trident of Legends, we have put an innovative new spin on the all-powerful God.
Players have certain expectations when they play a Greek-themed slot, and we want to blow those expectations out of the water. With Trident of Legends, we have combined a familiar theme with innovative gameplay mechanics and creative features to offer a Poseidon-themed slice of action unlike anything else on the market.”
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ICONIC21 and Sweepium strengthen sweeps partnership
In-demand live casino provider deepens sweepstakes market reach through multi-brand launch with leading platform provider and content aggregator
ICONIC21, the provider of premium live casino content, has strengthened its position in the fast-growing sweepstakes space by enhancing its partnership with leading B2B platform provider and content aggregator, Sweepium.
ICONIC21 and Sweepium first joined forces back in October with its content going live with a small number of its brands in the US market. The deal has been extended so that even more of Sweepium’s US operator partners can access its sweepstakes-ready live casino products.
The partnership cements ICONIC21’s position as the preferred provider for sweepstakes brands and builds on its market-leading position in the real-money sector. Both markets are riding a steep upward growth trajectory right now but with sweepstakes really taking the industry by storm.
ICONIC21 is in the driving seat to capitalise on this growth through partnerships such as this with Sweepium. Its live content, which covers a wide range of formats including Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Sic Bo, The Kickoff and Crash Live, has been developed for both real money and sweeps play.
The provider is an innovator, bringing new player experiences to market such as its Gravity Series and Grand Bonus Baccarat. Crash Live is also the first live crash game to feature a host, bringing never-seen-before interaction and entertainment to the experience.
Content is streamed out of modern studios with sleek backdrops where the latest video, audio and broadcast technologies are used to provide a premium product and player experience at all times.
Alina Mihaela Popa, Chief Commercial Officer at ICONIC21, said: “Sweepstakes are sweeping across the US market and beyond and operators want to offer their players the best content in the business.
“This extended deal with Sweepium does just that with its partners able to access our full portfolio of premium, sweepstakes-ready live content – content that has proven to hit the market with players across the globe.
“This is a fast-growing part of the industry and at ICONIC21, we believe we are in a position to capitalise on this by helping operators deliver the experiences players are seeking.”
Daniel Mitton, Co-founder and Chief Business Development Officer at Sweepium, added: “The rise of sweepstakes casinos has been nothing short of meteoric and at Sweepium, we are committed to offering the platform and content portfolio to our partners.
“Live content is hugely popular at sweepstakes casinos and in ICONIC21, we have a partner that knows how to produce content and experiences that exceed player expectations. We’ve already seen how well its content performs and now look forward to seeing it launch with more of our partners.”
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KSA Partners with UK’s Gamban to Offer Gambling Blocking Software
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Gambling Authority of the Netherlands, has agreed to fund a pilot project to make Gamban’s blocking software available to players in the Netherlands.
Anyone in the Netherlands can obtain a free one-year Gamban subscription by contacting Loket Kansspel, the country’s national gambling support service.
Users will then gain access to the recently released Dutch version of the app, which blocks access to all online gambling websites and apps across all their devices.
Gamban will also assist the Dutch regulator in detecting unregulated gambling sites as part of the KSA’s renewed efforts to clamp down on the black market.
“At present, KSA offers players struggling with their gambling behaviour the option to self-exclude through Cruks. However, Cruks pertains only to operators holding a licence in the Netherlands. Gamban gives players the opportunity to also block access to illegal gambling websites,” said Thomas Borghois, the KSA’s addiction prevention fund advisor.
“When used together, Cruks and Gamban provide players a perspective on recovery. Teaming up with Loket Kansspel for the distribution of Gamban subscriptions was a logical choice for us, given that they are the first point of contact for players looking for an independent, judgement-free talk about the gambling issues facing them.”
Nathalie Smit, director at Loket Kansspel, commented: “At Loket Kansspel, we believe that taking control of your online environment is crucial for breaking free from gambling addiction. By partnering with Gamban, we’re empowering individuals to stay in control and manage their gambling behaviour. We are excited to provide people with free access to gambling blocking software.”
Matt Zarb-Cousin, co-founder of Gamban, added: “Having a self-exclusion scheme in place can lead to the unintended consequence of leaving the most vulnerable individuals exposed to black market operators. Layering up blocking software with self-exclusion ensures that devices are unable to access gambling sites and apps, whether regulated or unregulated.
“We always recommend using other barriers in addition to gambling-blocking software, such as self-exclusion. The friction these offer give the individual a chance to think between urge and action.
“During this time, they can ride out their urge or think again before acting on temptation. In a world where the lure of immediate gratification through digital activity is increasingly tempting, we want to help people regain control and balance – and by using Gamban, they can do that.”
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