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BETMGM SIGNS EDMONTON OILERS CAPTAIN CONNOR MCDAVID AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

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BetMGM has signed Connor McDavid, the reigning MVP of the NHL, as its first active professional athlete brand ambassador. McDavid will appear in marketing campaigns and promotions to engage BetMGM players across North America. The announcement emphasizes BetMGM's leading position in the sports betting and iGaming market, now available in 21 markets. McDavid joins notable athletes like Wayne Gretzky in promoting the brand. BetMGM aims to expand while prioritizing responsible gaming education.

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  • Signing of Connor McDavid enhances brand visibility and credibility.
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced today the signing of Connor McDavid, the National Hockey League's reigning MVP, as its newest brand ambassador. McDavid becomes BetMGM's first active professional athlete from the four major sports to become an ambassador. The All-Star center will be featured in BetMGM's upcoming marketing campaigns, promotions, social media content and fan events.

"I am very excited to partner with BetMGM as they continue to shape the future of sports betting," said McDavid. "It's also a real honor to be on the same BetMGM team with star athletes like Wayne Gretzky and Kevin Garnett, both of whom I admire very much."

McDavid burst onto the NHL scene in 2016 becoming the League's youngest-ever captain at 19 years old. That same season he won the Art Ross Trophy as the League's leading scorer, the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's MVP and the Ted Lindsay Award as the League's best player.  Only six seasons into his career, McDavid has won each of these awards multiple times and already is considered one of the sport's greats.

BetMGM's Chief Revenue Officer Matt Prevost said, "The accomplishments that Connor already has earned on the ice is astonishing and we are excited to welcome him to the BetMGM family. We look forward to working together to engage BetMGM players across North America."

BetMGM is currently available in 21 markets and is available for download on both iOS and Android, as well as accessible via desktop at www.betmgm.com. As BetMGM continues to expand to new areas, responsible gaming education remains a key focus. BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly. For more information on BetMGM, follow @BetMGM on Twitter.

About BetMGM

BetMGM is a market leading sports betting and gaming entertainment company, pioneering the online gaming industry. Born out of a partnership between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has exclusive access to all of MGM Resorts' U.S. land-based and online sports betting, major tournament poker, and online gaming businesses. Utilizing Entain's U.S.-licensed, state of the art technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online gaming via market leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino, Party Casino and Party Poker. Founded in 2018, BetMGM is headquartered in New Jersey. For more information, visit http://www.betmgminc.com/.

Statements in this release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking" statements and "safe harbor statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and/or uncertainties, including those described in MGM Resorts' public filings with the SEC. Forward looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and not on historical facts. Examples of these statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the future results of BetMGM. Among the important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements include effects of economic conditions and market conditions in the markets in which MGM Resorts operates and competition with other destination travel locations throughout the United States and the world, the design, timing and costs of expansion projects, risks relating to international operations, permits, licenses, financings, approvals and other contingencies in connection with growth in new or existing jurisdictions and additional risks and uncertainties described in MGM Resorts' Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K reports (including all amendments to those reports). In providing forward-looking statements, MGM Resorts is not undertaking any duty or obligation to update these statements publicly as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. If MGM Resorts updates one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that it will make additional updates with respect to those other forward-looking statements.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Connor McDavid joining BetMGM?

Connor McDavid's signing as a brand ambassador enhances BetMGM's visibility and credibility in the sports betting market.

How many markets does BetMGM operate in?

BetMGM currently operates in 21 markets across North America.

What does BetMGM focus on alongside its expansion?

BetMGM emphasizes responsible gaming education as it expands its services.

Who are some of BetMGM's notable brand ambassadors?

Notable brand ambassadors for BetMGM include Connor McDavid, Wayne Gretzky, and Kevin Garnett.

When was the announcement about Connor McDavid made?

The announcement about Connor McDavid joining BetMGM was made on March 4, 2022.

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