Official betting is where bets are settled based on the official result (unless otherwise stated in conjunction with the odds or in the Sportsbook Market Rules or specific bet terms). In this instance, the podium position in a motor race, medal ceremony in athletics and similar such official presentations will be treated as the official outcome for settlement purposes.

If you’re looking to bet on the action, the best place to start is by familiarizing yourself with the various sports betting markets available. This will help you determine what bets you want to make and what bets you don’t want to make. It will also help you understand the terminology and jargon that’s used in the industry so that you can get the most out of your wagering experience.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that the final result for all bets must be a result declared by the sport’s governing body or competition’s organizers. This includes but is not limited to:

As legal sportsbooks continue to pop up nationwide, a number of big names have made their way into the US market. While some of the big brands are already well-established in most states that have legalized sportsbooks, other brands are launching as a new brand name or with a different focus. Colorado, for example, is home to local sportsbooks like Bet Wildwood and Sky Ute Sportsbook as well as larger national brands like the Hard Rock sportsbook.