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Phillies’ Bryce Harper Sends Thank You To Gambling Addict After $18 Million Bets
The suit says FanDuel’s VIP perks and a 21-second Harper message helped fuel Thompson’s gambling addiction after he wagered $18.5 million.
- Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper sent a personalized video to Terry Thompson, a FanDuel VIP bettor who wagered $18.5 million, as Thompson sued the sportsbook for alleged predatory practices targeting his gambling addiction.
- FanDuel VIP manager Bryttanni Morgan cultivated Thompson's high-roller status with perks including Super Bowl tickets; Thompson alleges he became addicted to rapid-fire microbets, eventually losing $1.5 million and facing home foreclosure.
- In the 21-second video, Harper acknowledged Thompson and his son, stating he reached out at the request of "your host Bryttanni at FanDuel"; his appearance does not violate Major League Baseball rules regarding gambling.
- The video highlights blurred lines between sports and gambling since the Supreme Court's 2018 ruling, with leagues now maintaining lucrative partnerships with sportsbook companies across stadiums and broadcasts.
- This incident tests how closely leagues allow athletes to associate with betting operators, as players remain prohibited from gambling themselves yet central to sportsbooks' promotional efforts for corporate partnerships.
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FanDuel Sent Personalized Video of MLB Star Bryce Harper to Gambling Addict, Report
FanDuel -- the popular sports betting company -- allegedly sent a bettor struggling with a massive gambling addiction a personalized message from MLB star Bryce Harper, thanking him by name and mentioning his young son. According to The…
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right4Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution37% Center, 36% Right
Bias Distribution
- 37% of the sources are Center, 36% of the sources lean Right
37% Center
L 27%
C 37%
R 36%
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