The State of Nevada has heretofore limited sports betting to, . . . umm, . . . sporting events.
That is about to change.
"Las Vegas gamblers may soon be able to bet on the Oscars, beauty pageants or make a host of other offbeat wagers, long the domain of London's famously inventive bookies, who offer odds on everything from a White Christmas to which European country will be next in line for a bailout."
"A change in Nevada gambling regulations this year allows the state's casinos to take bets on events and contests other than horse racing and other sports. 'This will open the door,' said Johnny Avello, the director of the race and sports operations for the Wynn and Encore casinos."
Ref: Wall Street Journal
That is about to change.
"Las Vegas gamblers may soon be able to bet on the Oscars, beauty pageants or make a host of other offbeat wagers, long the domain of London's famously inventive bookies, who offer odds on everything from a White Christmas to which European country will be next in line for a bailout."
"A change in Nevada gambling regulations this year allows the state's casinos to take bets on events and contests other than horse racing and other sports. 'This will open the door,' said Johnny Avello, the director of the race and sports operations for the Wynn and Encore casinos."
Ref: Wall Street Journal