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A Kentucky Derby Purist’s Guide To Crafting The Perfect Mint Julep

The 2023 Kentucky Derby will run Saturday, May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. While only a lucky few will be on hand for the “most exciting two minutes in sports,” the rest of the horse-racing world will be taking in the race at home, amid festivities that include the race’s iconic drink: the […]

Posted on: May 3, 2023 | | John Brennan

Lady Justice: Symbolizing prosecution of offshore sporsbooks

How The US Government Could Sue An Offshore Sportsbook

PlayGeorgia explores what it would take to bring charges against an offshore sportsbook that preys on American sports bettors.

Posted on: May 1, 2023 | | Chris Gerlacher

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Kentucky Derby Off The Betting Menu In Georgia

Efforts to pass horse race betting in Georgia have all failed, leaving residents with no legal option to bet on the Kentucky Derby.

Posted on: April 27, 2023 | | John Brennan

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The Georgia Lottery Re-ups Partnership With Scientific Games

The Georgia Lottery, one of the nation's largest, extended its partnership with Scientific Games to continue producing scratcher tickets.

Posted on: April 21, 2023 | | Carter Breazeale

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Georgia Hockey Fans Set To Cheer On … The Winnipeg Jets?

As the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs get under way, Georgia hockey fans have reason to cheer on the Winnipeg Jets.

Posted on: April 18, 2023 | | Tyler Andrews

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The Carolinas Make Positive Sports Betting Moves

While Georgia still can't place legal bets, headway is being made in the Carolinas. PlayGeorgia breaks down the action in the Carolinas.

Posted on: April 12, 2023 | | John Brennan

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The Silver Lining In Georgia’s Failure To Pass Legal Sports Betting

With Georgia's biennial legislative structure, failures to pass sports betting bills in 2023 don't change legislative timelines much at all.

Posted on: April 10, 2023 | | Carter Breazeale

58% Of Surveyed Fans Support LIV Golfers At The Masters

A survey conducted by TheLines.com found that a majority of golf fans approve of the LIV tour and want those golfers at The Masters.

Posted on: April 5, 2023 | | John Brennan

How To Run A Masters Office Pool

Get Your Masters Office Pool Rolling

For seasoned and fair weather golf fans, a Masters pool can add a lot to the viewing experience. Here's how to get yours off the ground.

Posted on: April 5, 2023 | | Carter Breazeale

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Rooting Interest for Georgians in the Masters

The 2023 Masters field is packed with native and adopted Georgians to make golf's Holy Grail a Peach State-centric event.

Posted on: April 4, 2023 | | Carter Breazeale