FanDuel Dishing Out Free Money To Illinois Sports Bettors Amid Launch

Written By Joe Boozell on August 31, 2020Last Updated on February 25, 2021

FanDuel Par-A-Dice, the fourth online casino in Illinois, made its debut on Friday in the Prairie State.

FanDuel, now a part of DraftKings and BetRivers, finds itself in a crowded market as Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker temporarily lifts in-person registration requirements until at least September 19. This shift may have significant implications for the industry moving forward.

FanDuel is aggressively pursuing Illinois sports bettors as expected.

This is the offering from FanDuel Sportsbook in Illinois.

Free$ 50 for new and existing users,$ 500 bonus bet

New users can wager up to $500 and will be refunded in site credit if they lose, but they get to keep the winnings if they win.

The promotional bonus bet is scheduled to expire on August 31, as outlined in the official terms and conditions of the promotion. However, it is possible that the offer may be extended due to the potential expiration of mobile registration on September 19.

In addition, FanDuel is providing a complimentary $50 sign-up bonus for new sports bettors in Illinois. Existing users were likely pleased to receive an email last week informing them of a manual adjustment to their accounts, resulting in an additional $50 being added to their balance.

FanDuel is offering a $50 referral bonus to incentivize sharing the information. If someone signs up for the book through your website, both of you will earn $50 in site credits.

It is worth mentioning that DraftKings coincidentally provided current users with a complimentary $50 bet on the day that FanDuel debuted in Illinois.

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FanDuel has only been operating in Illinois for three days, but it has already led to two notable increases in revenue.

FD offered users the chance to wager $50 at even odds on the Cubs scoring a run on Friday. The bet paid off thanks to Anthony Rizzo hitting a home run in the first inning against the Reds.

FanDuel increased the odds for the Clippers vs. Mavericks game on Sunday to +99 at -110. This allowed smart bettors who wagered the maximum of $50 to earn an extra $45.45 at no cost.

It is likely that more of these will surface soon, so sports bettors in Illinois should remain vigilant.

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Users can also choose from a variety of appealing futures options on FanDuel.

If you place a wager of $50 or more on Super Bowl futures, FanDuel will give you $5 for each regular-season victory, up to a maximum of $50.

If you bet $50 on the Chiefs to win the Super Bowl now, you will only break even if they win 10 games but do not win the Super Bowl.

For instance, if the Chiefs won 12 games but were unable to secure the championship because of the $50 cap, it wouldn’t be in your favor. However, it could serve as a motivating factor to potentially place a bet on them in the future.

FanDuel lines are a welcome addition to the Illinois industry.

Prior to the launch of FanDuel, BetRivers Sports and DraftKings were the only online sportsbooks in Illinois utilizing Kambi odds. DraftKings may potentially part ways with Kambi by 2021, leaving Illinois sports bettors in search of alternatives. Until Friday, searching for the most competitive deals was seen as fruitless.

The problem is the same for retail bookstores, five Illinois sportsbooks, and six physical sportsbooks that use Kambi odds.

FanDuel can now be accessed online without the use of Kambi conflict, which is a change that online shoppers will appreciate.

It is uncertain how many bettors will actively search for the best lines, but it can be assumed that a substantial number will.

These people are also eagerly anticipating the imminent launch of PointsBet in Illinois.

Furthermore, a quick mention about the websites. When BetRivers was the only sportsbook available in Illinois, the absence of an iOS app did not seem to be a major concern.

Today, it is evident that FanDuel and DraftKings are established in Lincoln. While the BR smart website has a more contemporary feel, it does not load as quickly as FanDuel or DraftKings.

As BetRivers works on developing an iOS game, consumer expectations are rising alongside increasing opposition in Illinois.