Part 1: The UK – global leader still on growth path
Table 2: Football vs. horseracing GGY October 2016-September 2017 (m)
Product Oct16-Sep17 GGY Total GGY % of total
Football 771.89 1,982.5 38.9
Racing 555.61 1,982.5 28.0
Source: GB Gambling Commission
As can be seen from Table 2, it is currently
If it does so, it would mean that online
worth circa 39% of the total market, compared horseracing GGY – and the levy payment –
with 28% for racing. will continue at the current levels. If the ratio
Looking ahead, racing will be hoping it
can maintain that ratio in relation to football.
falls, however, then racing will face further
questions with regard to sustainability.
iGaming Business Market Monitor • UK, Spain and Denmark • September 2018
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