General Information

Sportingbet is a UK based betting operation, which was founded in 1998.  Sportingbet has a high quality sports betting platform that offers up to 8,000 betting markets every day.  Sportingbet Sports is part of a larger parcel which includes Poker, Casino, Backgammon and other wagering gaming actions.  Some of the accolades acquired by Sportingbet include:

2010: Sportingbet Plc moves to the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange

2006: Sportingbet rank Number 1 in the Power 50 Online Gaming Companies for the second year running.

2005: Sportingbet voted “Operator of the Year” by the World Online Gambling Law Report.

2001: Quoted on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM), part of the London Stock Exchange.

Sportingbet moved its UK licensable activities to the Channel Islands in 2007, after the UK Government introduced the UK Gambling Act.  Sportingbet now retains physical operations in the UK, Antigua, the Channel Islands, Ireland, Italy and Australia.

The 2009 year ending amounts wagered at Sportingbet totaled £1,577.2m.  The team here at OnlineSportsBooks has been following the developments and accomplishments of Sportingbet with great enthusiasm.  Sportingbet is a not available for US bettors.

Sportingbet supports the following languages: English, Canadian, Español, Español (Latinoamérica), Türkçe, Ελληνικά, Italiano, Deutsch, Français, Dansk, Čeština, Hrvatski, Magyar, Norsk, Български, Polski, Português (Brasil), Português (Portugal), Pусский язык, Slovenščina, Srpski (Bosanski), Suomi, Svenska, and Română.

Signup for an Account

Sportingbet has a very easy signup form, which is secured by VeriSign.  You can begin wagering as soon as your registration form is complete.

Software and Website Navigation

Sportingbet displays a simple listing interface format.  It’s easy to navigate and use friendly.

Betting Limits

Minimum:  varies depending on currency

Maximum:  varies depending on event

Mobile download feature is available

Sports You Can Bet On

Sportingbet has excellent live betting features.  Sportingbet Sports covers all the major international sporting events: Football, Horses, Hockey, Basketball, Tennis, MMA/Boxing, Cricket, Rugby, Hounds, Motor Sports, Golf, Snooker, Volleyball, Handball, Cycling, Dart, Water Polo, and Politics.

Odds

Very strong fixed odds sports coverage on live action wagers.  Formats: Decimal, Fractional, American.

Signup Bonuses

Sportingbet Sports offers a £25 free bet when you place your first bet!  Free £5 bet with Sportingbet Mobile signup.

Other Bonuses and Promos

Football Champions League Predictor:  £10,000 to be won for every Champions League Matchday. If the prize is not won it rolls over to the next Matchday, and The Accumulator Holiday Prizes.

Customer Support

Sportingbet boasts a strong Customer Service team, which is available 24/7.  Contact can be made via email, phone or live chat.  The phone assistance supports toll-free lines in UK, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Turkey and Thailand.

Financial Strength

The 2009 year ending amounts wagered at Sportingbet totaled £1,577.2m.

Deposits/Withdraws

Sportingbet supports these currencies: GBP, USD, CAD, HKD, SGD, SEK, DKK, EUR, CHF, AUD and JPY.

Deposit limits vary on the selection of deposit method.

Deposit methods: Credit/Debit Cards, Neteller, Moneybookers, Click2Pay, Paysafecard, and Wire Transfer.  Withdraws methods: Credit/Debit Cards, Neteller, Moneybookers, Click2Pay, Wire Transfer, Cheque/Cashier Cheque.

Conclusion

Sportingbet Sports is a highly competitive, non-US online gaming platform.  The Free Bet signup offers are very good, as is the quality of coverage and odds.  The service and opportunities available are solid.  Look for monthly competitions and cash prizes to be offered on a regular basis.