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Online Sports Betting Advertising Experiencing Changes

By Blake Roberts Founder & Editor in Chief Updated: 08 October 2022

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A recent report has indicated that there are many changes going on in the world of sports betting advertising.

Derek Helling from Play USA writes that the shift in online sports betting advertising will be received in different ways by sports fans, with some delighted by the move and others disappointed. This comes as more and more sports betting operators have made changes or revealed plans to make cutbacks to advertising spending.

Like other businesses, sports betting operators are now keen to take steps that will boost profits, particularly in the current difficult financial climate. A number of leading operators have said that they are going to change how they market their online sports betting services, and one industry official said that the companies are moving their marketing strategies to ensure they actually make money.

Cutting Back on Spending

In the past, sports betting operators have spent extortionate sums on marketing their brands and services, and this has naturally cut into their profits. Many are now eager to rein in their spending and boost profits, and this means making changes to the way in which they advertise and promote their online sports betting services.

In addition, sports betting operators are more likely to cut back on huge welcome bonuses and promotions, which can end up costing a fortune, Instead, they are likely to focus on offers of lower value to help bring sports fans on board. Helling also wrote:

Additionally, sportsbooks are devoting more of that funding to creating sports-focused content that encapsulates ads for their products. For example, FanDuel TV is rolling out sports content of its own. BetMGM has just become the new odds provider for NBC’s Sunday Night Football broadcasts.

It is thought that some people who have no interest in sports betting will see this shift in marketing as good news. However, there are also many sports fans who look out for special offers and promotions, and these are the ones who will be disappointed with the changes in marketing strategy from sports betting operators.

For sportsbook operators, the move will not mean a severe drop in advertising but more of a change to the type of advertising. Their aim is to make the marketing as cost-effective as possible and maximize profits rather than use marketing strategies that eat into their profits.

Stiff Competition Among Sportsbook Operators

Over recent years, there has been a lot of competition between online sportsbook operators, and this has become increasingly prevalent as more states legalize sports betting. Online sports betting has gained huge popularity among sports fans, particularly since the global pandemic, and sports betting operators are all eager to get the lion’s share of the market.

This has resulted in many very costly marketing campaigns as betting operators try to beat their competitors and bring more sports fans on board. However, with the economy in dire straits and businesses, including sportsbooks taking a hit, this is something that is becoming increasingly unviable, hence the change in marketing strategies among operators.