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Rush Street launches Illinois' first online sportsbook

by Melaine Funderburg (2021-03-17)


Rush Street Interactive and Rivers Casino Des Plaines announced the launch of Illinois' first online sportsbook Thursday.

BetRivers.com will live stream sporting events, allowing bettors to watch the action while on the platform.

"We are excited to make history in bringing the first online sportsbook to sports fans in our home state just in time as American sports are coming back into action," said Richard Schwartz, president of the Chicago-based Rush Street Interactive.

Illinois typically requires residents to first visit a casino but due to the coronavirus pandemic, people in the state are temporarily allowed to sign up and 파워볼게임 place bets from home at BetRivers.com.

sex-150120223731-conversion-gate01-thumbAnd the sportsbook is offering a match bonus of up to $250 on first-time deposits.

"While entertainment options are limited as we seek to minimize the spread of the virus, we are focused on BetRivers.com providing sportsbook players with a high-quality on-line product with exciting sports betting options," Schwartz said.
"We will have great customer service with fast payouts and an overall friendly approach that treats every player with honesty and care."

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