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Amelia Walker
Senior Content Writer Updated: 30 September 2023
Amelia Walker Senior Content Writer
Amelia Walker is a Senior Content Writer at Betting.US. She has a law degree and deep knowledge of the gambling laws in the United States. Her mission is to keep players informed about responsible gambling, while her passion for sports helps her create useful guides. Amelia has over a decade of experience in betting, which has positioned her as a trusted voice among our readers.
There has been a new addition to Harrah’s Casino in Metropolis, Illinois. It was recently announced that the venue has debuted a new Caesars Sportsbook, which will enable sports fans to enjoy in-person betting while soaking up the exciting atmosphere of the facility.
Casino officials expect the sportsbook to prove popular, particularly given the timing of its opening, which coincides with the early part of the football season.
With the growth of the gambling industry in Illinois, the presence of the new sportsbook will help to attract more people to the casino and help it keep up with competitors.
In addition, it spells good news for those who want to enjoy the action of the football season at an exciting in-person facility. There was an opening ceremony when the sportsbook debuted recently, with the ceremonial first bet being placed by former NFL star George Wilson Jr.
There was little competition for the onsite sportsbook at the casino given that Harrah’s is owned by Caesars Entertainment. The new sportsbook will provide another means by which customers can earn rewards, and casino officials are confident that it will prove to be a popular facility among sports fans.
According to PlayUSA:
Sports betting is very popular in Illinois, with residents and visitors betting almost $666 million on sports during June, the most recent month for which numbers are available. Among states with legal online sports betting, that was the second highest such total in the nation for the month.
Most sports betting in the state is through mobile platforms, but with the opening of the new sportsbook, Harrah’s can now look forward to a bigger slice of the action. In addition, with football season now in full swing, there are certain to be plenty of people who want to explore the new facility and enjoy the chance to place a bet.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony, which took place on September 7th, was attended by a number of casino executives, and a long-standing casino guest, Ralph Swords, also attended. A statement was released at the time confirming that any proceeds from the ceremonial bet placed by George Wilson Jr. would be put toward supporting a local charity.
Senior officials spoke out about their excitement at the opening of the new sportsbook. Sherry Wessel, one of the senior executives, said that the opening of the sportsbook was only the beginning and that the team was looking forward to serving sports fans and offering them an unforgettable experience.
Bill Reeg, the regional president of Caesars Entertainment, also made a statement, adding that the company was proud of its commitment to Illinois and that the opening was a historic milestone for the group. He added that while the company was eager to provide an exciting sports betting experience for bettors, there was also a commitment and emphasis on responsible gaming.
The opening of the facility will also benefit the state, with a boost to state finances through increased gambling tax revenues.
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