FanDuel Group and Boyd Gaming Launch Mobile and Retail Sports Betting Across Louisiana

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FanDuel Group and Boyd Gaming (NYSE:BYD) launched mobile and retail sports betting in Louisiana, enabling betting in 55 out of 64 parishes starting January 28, 2022. The FanDuel Sportsbook app will allow wagering on various sports, with features like Same Game Parlay Plus and 24/7 customer support. Boyd Gaming operates five new retail locations across the state, enhancing the betting experience. Both companies emphasize responsible gambling practices, offering tools and resources for customers.

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• Launch of mobile and retail sports betting in 55 parishes boosts market presence.
• FanDuel's innovative features like Same Game Parlay Plus enhance user engagement.
• Expansion of retail locations in Louisiana increases accessibility for customers.

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NEW ORLEANS, La., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FanDuel Group and Boyd Gaming (NYSE:BYD) announced the launch of America's #1 Sportsbook in the state of Louisiana. Following the recent opening of five retail FanDuel Sportsbook locations at Boyd Gaming properties across the state, sports fans in Louisiana will be able to place bets on the FanDuel Sportsbook app in 55 of the state's 64 parishes starting Friday, January 28 at 8 AM CT.

Sports fans will be able to bet on the FanDuel Sportsbook app in 55 of the 64 parishes, starting Friday at 8 AM CT

Offered under Treasure Chest's sports-betting license, FanDuel Sportsbook is bringing its best-in-class online sports betting experience to the passionate sports fans of Louisiana, who will now be able to place wagers in 55 parishes across the state on professional and college football, basketball, baseball, hockey, golf, MMA, boxing, soccer, and tennis with a variety of betting and payment options available. The FanDuel Sportsbook app is simple, secure, and convenient with a number of key features, including:

• New Way to Parlay: FanDuel is the only U.S. sportsbook with Same Game Parlay Plus, where players can combine Same Game Parlay_™ bets from one game with bets from other games.
• An Innovative Spirit: FanDuel was the first U.S. sportsbook to offer Same Game Parlay_™  bets, the first to offer live streaming of sporting events inside a betting app, the first to offer Bad Beat Relief, the first to offer early payouts for championship teams, and the first to offer its crowdsourced Spread the Love promotion. 
• Absurdly Customer Focused:  FanDuel Sportsbook offers safe and secure banking, lightning-fast payouts, a Cash-Out early feature, and 24/7 customer service.
• Sports Betting 101: FanDuel Sportsbook has an online betting guide to help customers learn the ins and outs of legal sports betting.

The FanDuel Sportsbook app will be available for both iOS and Android, and sports fans can sign up early at https://www.fanduel.com/sportsbook-la.

Louisiana sports fans looking for a great new place to watch their favorite teams can also enjoy five new FanDuel Sportsbook retail experiences at Boyd Gaming properties across the state: Delta Downs in Vinton; Evangeline Downs in Opelousas; Treasure Chest in Kenner, near New Orleans; Sam's Town in Shreveport; and Amelia Belle in Amelia. In addition to live betting windows, each book will offer convenient self-service betting kiosks, pending regulatory approval. 

FanDuel and Boyd Gaming are industry leaders in promoting responsible play.  Both companies provide their on-site staff with responsible wagering training and support services. FanDuel offers online customers in-app tools that allow customers to set time, deposit, and wager limits, as well as its PlaySafe site, where customers can find additional support services. 

For more on the FanDuel Sportsbook and sports betting content, follow @FDSportsbook on Twitter.

About FanDuel Group
FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media, including FanDuel, Stardust, and TVG. FanDuel Group has a presence across 50 states and over 12 million customers. The company is based in New York with offices in California, New Jersey, Florida, Oregon, Georgia, and Scotland. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, a leading international sports betting and gaming operator and a constituent of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange.

About Boyd Gaming
Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states. The Company is also a strategic partner and 5% equity owner of FanDuel Group, the nation's leading sports-betting and iGaming operator.  With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service. For additional Company information and press releases, visit https://investors.boydgaming.com.

Media Contact: 
Kevin Hennessy
kevin.hennessy@fanduel.com

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FAQ

When did FanDuel and Boyd Gaming launch sports betting in Louisiana?

Sports betting was launched on January 28, 2022.

What is the stock symbol for Boyd Gaming?

The stock symbol for Boyd Gaming is BYD.

How many parishes in Louisiana can bet on the FanDuel Sportsbook app?

Betting is available in 55 out of 64 parishes.

What features does the FanDuel Sportsbook app offer?

The app includes Same Game Parlay Plus and 24/7 customer support.

Where can I find retail FanDuel Sportsbook locations in Louisiana?

Locations include Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Treasure Chest, Sam's Town, and Amelia Belle.