DraftKings Sportsbook Launches Online In Arkansas
The rollout takes the operator’s US footprint to 30 states following regulatory approval and a local market access agreement.
DraftKings has launched its online sportsbook in Arkansas, expanding its presence to 30 US states.
The launch follows approval from the Arkansas Racing Commission and a market access agreement with Southland Casino Hotel. DraftKings had indicated in February that it was preparing to go live in the state, with the platform officially launching over the weekend.
The operator said the Arkansas rollout allows it to reach an additional two million residents, further extending its national coverage.
The expansion comes shortly after DraftKings launched its online sportsbook in Puerto Rico. The company went live in the territory in February, following the opening of a retail sportsbook at Foxwoods El San Juan Casino in November.
Commenting on the Puerto Rico launch, Gregory Karamitis, executive vice president and general manager of sports at DraftKings, said:
“Puerto Rico has a passionate sports community and launching our online sportsbook allows us to meet fans where they are.”
