BRISTOL, Conn.—The PGA TOUR and ESPN are doubling sports betting coverage for the 2026 PGA TOUR Season with a new watch-and-bet experience.

PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast presented by DraftKings will air on ESPN during 12 PGA TOUR events throughout the year, beginning with the WM Phoenix Open, Feb. 5-8, at TPC Scottsdale.

The Betcast at each event will air more than eight hours during each of the four days of play on the ESPN App, alongside the Main Feed, Featured Group and Featured Hole streams. With more than 400 hours in total across the 2026 PGA TOUR Season, the Betcast will feature golf-related betting discussion, live betting analysis, upcoming previews and tournament features, such as tournament winner and matchups.

PGA TOUR LIVE Betcast, which debuted in the 2025 season with 50 hours of coverage across six events, is now presented by DraftKings.

Jonathan Coachman will serve as host, joined by Matt Every and Michael Collins as the show’s analysts. Graham DeLaet, Jeff Eisenband, Steve Scott and Kevin Sylvester will offer additional hosting and analyst support, while Rick Gehman will contribute across the betting feeds throughout the season.

In addition to the WM Phoenix Open, Betcast will include:

• The Genesis Invitational, Feb. 19-22.
• Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, March 5-8.
• THE PLAYERS Championship, March 5-8.
• RBC Heritage, April 16-19.
• Cadillac Championship, April 30-May 3.
• Truist Championship, May 7-10.
• The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, June 4-7.
• Travelers Championship, June 25-28.
• Fed Ex St. Jude Championship, Aug. 13-16.
• BMW Championship, Aug. 20-23.
• TOUR Championship, Aug. 27-30.

More information is available on the ESPN website.

BRISTOL, Conn., and BOSTON—ESPN and DraftKings today announced an agreement naming DraftKings the sports programmer’s exclusive official sportsbook and odds provider, effective Dec. 1.

Beginning in December, DraftKings entertainment products will be exclusively integrated across ESPN platforms with a full rollout expected in 2026. Fans will be able to access betting features and offerings, such as DraftKings’ sportsbook, daily fantasy and DraftKings Pick6, at launch. The pair will also collaborate on responsible gaming, ESPN said.

DraftKings will also power the betting tab within the ESPN app. DraftKings customers will also receive special promotions for ESPN Unlimited, ESPN’s newly launched direct-to-consumer product.

“Our betting approach has focused on offering an integrated experience within our products,” ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro said. “Working with DraftKings, a leader in the space, will allow us to build upon that foundation, continue to super-serve passionate sports fans and grow our ESPN direct-to-consumer business. We are excited about this new collaboration with DraftKings.”

ESPN BET will shift to a sports-betting content brand with DraftKings sportsbook integrations, anchored by ESPN’s betting show, “ESPN BET Live,” which currently airs weeknights at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2, and dedicated social and digital channels.

“ESPN’s unmatched visibility across the world of sports make this collaboration a natural fit,” said Jason Robins, CEO and co-founder of DraftKings. “As an innovative leader in digital sports entertainment, DraftKings is uniquely positioned to integrate our technology and products with ESPN’s iconic brand and storytelling power. Together, we’re delivering a seamless, engaging and responsible experience that elevates how fans connect with live sports.”

DraftKings operates in 28 states, Washington, D.C., and Ontario, and has more than 10 million customers across its products.

More information is available on the ESPN website.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Comcast is notably expanding the sports betting experiences on its Xfinity X1 platform with the launch of the Xfinity Odds Zone, which will provide X1 customers with live odds from DraftKings directly on the TV while watching major live sports games and events. 

Xfinity Odds Zone will be available to X1 customers in most markets; placing bets is limited to customers living in states where sports betting is legal and DraftKings Sportsbook operates.

Additionally, the company announced a new immersive viewing experience, launching for the first time with The Players Championship, that makes finding, interacting with, and watching live sports easier than ever. Comcast Business is a partner of The Players Championship from March 12 to 17.

“X1 is the best seat in the house for live sports, and we’re continuing to innovate and create new experiences we know fans want – because it’s only live once,” said John Dixon, senior vice president, entertainment, Comcast. “For sports fans, there is no better way to track in-play odds than right next to the live event, so we’re working with DraftKings to bring customers a transformative experience that makes it easy to follow the action and initiate bets while the event unfolds.” 

Xfinity Odds Zone on X1 will be a seamless on-screen companion experience for sports fans, making it quick and easy for customers to find betting information and initiate wagers on the DraftKings Sportsbook app without having to take their eyes off the action on the main screen, Comcast said. 

Xfinity Odds Zone will debut on March 12 for the start of The Players Championship, with additional sporting events to follow including the men’s and women’s NCAA tournaments and NBA & NHL Playoffs. Xfinity Odds Zone will also be available for the start of the MLB and NFL regular seasons. 

With Xfinity Odds Zone, sports fan can view odds directly on the TV, side-by-side with the live coverage. Bets can be quickly initiated by scanning a QR code that will add the wager to a DraftKings bet slip on their mobile device, where they can complete the transaction. Odds Zone will live within the existing Sports Zone app on X1, a popular companion experience used by millions of X1 customers that provides a quick way to find and watch live sports and view real-time scores and stats while watching any show or program. To access the Sports Zone app, customers can say “sports app” into their voice remote, or simply press the “c” button, Comcast said. 

Also debuting on March 12, a new interactive sports experience on X1 will bring golf fans an easy way to follow every pivotal moment of The Players Championship, aggregating all live coverage from NBC, Golf Channel, Peacock, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ and the Tour’s free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel in one place alongside new interactive features. 

By saying “The Players” in their voice remote, customers can also interact with immersive features such as an interactive course tour of all 18 holes of the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass, a dynamic scorecard that shows how the course is playing in a given round, and a live leaderboard with tee times and in-progress round-by-round scoring. Additionally, they will find curated news and highlights from NBC, ESPN and the PGA Tour FAST channel, which offers live programming powered by new technology available to content partners through Xumo Enterprise. Customers can also launch Xfinity Odds Zone from the experience, providing a quick and seamless way to see the latest tournament odds and initiate bets via the DraftKings mobile app.

BOSTON—Two weeks after a Bloomberg report unveiled its plans to launch a FAST Channel, sports betting powerhouse DraftKings has officially announced the launch of the DraftKings Network on Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s free ad-supported TV service (FAST). It marks the first time a U.S. sportsbook has launched a 24/7 FAST Channel on Samsung’s service and delivers over 250 live channels in the U.S. and thousands of shows and movies on demand to millions of Samsung Smart TVs Galaxy devices, Family Hub appliances and online.

At launch, the DraftKings Network programming line-up will feature original shows anchored by The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz; national baseball voice, Jared Carrabis; Golic and Smetty with Mike Golic Sr. and Jessica Smetana; GoJo featuring Mike Golic Jr.; Ross Tucker’s Football podcast; and select VSiN programming like Follow the Money with Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard. 

The digital linear channel is now available on Samsung TV Plus, which is directly integrated into all 2016-2023 Samsung TVs, available on Samsung Galaxy devices, Samsung Family Hub refrigerators, and the web for free without subscription or login required.

DraftKings Network will also be available as a video-stream on DraftKingsNetwork.com and podcasts will be available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Twitch, among others. The DraftKings Network will feature a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen displaying up to the minute scores, odds and a QR code that will direct customers to tailored DraftKings Network offers. 

“In bringing together some of the most authentic sports and entertainment voices under one umbrella, DraftKings Network is the destination for ‘In on the Action’ sports fans and content they love,” said Stacie McCollum, Vice President, Content at DraftKings. “We look forward to reaching fans with our deep roster of independent, credible and relatable voices that resonate with sports fans and the sports betting community.”

“DraftKings brings a fresh and crisp look to modern day sports news and entertainment programming, which our collaboration will deliver to users across millions of devices in the U.S.,” said Takashi Nakano, Senior Director of Business Development and Content Acquisitions, Samsung Electronics. “Whether it’s a lean back experience on a Samsung Smart TV or a lean forward experience on a Samsung Galaxy device on-the-go, we are excited to work with leading operators like DraftKings to serve today’s sports fan.”

ENGLEWOOD, Colo.—Sling TV has debuted its first sports betting information channel in partnership with DraftKings, the DraftKings Basketball channel. The new channel is now available for Sling TV subscribers and Sling Free users.

In March, Dish Network, which is the parent company of Sling TV, announced a strategic agreement with DraftKings to integrate sportsbook and daily fantasy sports experiences with its brands, including Sling TV.

On the DraftKings Basketball channel, viewers will be able to see real-time game scores and betting odds.

Sling TV is also planning to launch DraftKings Baseball and DraftKings Hockey channels in the coming weeks.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo.—Dish Network is anteing up to bring sports betting to its customers, announcing a new strategic agreement with DraftKings that will integrate sportsbook and daily fantasy sports experiences with its brands, including the Dish TV Hopper platform and Sling TV.

The deal will first integrate the DraftKings app on the Hopper platform—Sling TV and Dish’s Boost Mobile will add these capabilities in the future. Those with an internet-connected Hopper family receiver can access the DraftKings app to view betting odds and fantasy contests. They can initiate bets or contest entries directly from the TV, with a text message prompting them to complete the transaction through the DraftKings app.

Bets will be available for NCAA basketball, NBA and NHL games; though it is limited to states where sports wagering is legal. Users can set recordings or watch the live sports that correspond with those bets or fantasy teams. 

The DraftKings app can be opened while watching any live, on-demand or recorded Dish TV content. It can also be accessed via the Dish Voice Remote or from the Apps Menu. Additional features will be added down the road.

"Our deal with DISH TV and the technology behind it immerses customers within a next-generation viewership experience and reaches these fanbases in a completely new way," said Paul Liberman, president of product and technology and co-founder at DraftKings. "This is a unique opportunity for fans to watch games and engage with our real-money products while the technology also allows for further innovation ahead." 

For more information, visit mydish.com/draftkings. 

WASHINGTON—The 2017 NAB Show New York is taking a special interest in cybersecurity, announcing that it will kick the event off this year with a special session focused on cybersecurity applications and implications for media and technology. Headlining the session will be Paul Liberman, chief operating officer and co-founder of DraftKings, and Gary Davis, chief consumer security evangelist at McAfee.

“DraftKings, McAfee and the Future of Cybersecurity” will take a specific look at the trends in digital security, including evolving threats and best practices for protecting the safety and privacy of businesses and customers.

“These executives represent two companies that are leading the way by innovating and working with legal authorities to ensure that tech platforms are compliant,” said Chris Brown, NAB executive vice president of Conventions and Business Operations. “This session will provide critical insight on cybersecurity and how businesses can protect themselves from growing threats.”

The session is slated for Oct. 18 at 10:30 a.m.

The 2017 NAB Show New York will run from Oct. 18-19 at the Javits Convention Center in New York.

BOSTON – It’s no fantasy; DraftKings, a daily fantasy sports website that launched in 2012, has secured a $300 million Series D round of funding by a group of organizations, led by Fox Sports. Sports leagues Major League Baseball, the National Hockey League, and Major league soccer, along with The Madison Square Garden Co., The Dodger Ownership Group and Legends, and other existing investors also participated in the round.

DraftKings plans to use the additional funds to continue to expand its web and mobile products, launch internationally, and explore new opportunities for vertical expansion.

“We’ll work with DraftKings to develop ideas and create content to drive deeper engagement with sports fans across multiple platforms, including our national, local, and digital properties,”” said Eric Shanks, president and chief operating officer of Fox Sports.

DraftKings also recently announced a multi-year partnership with ESPN, where DraftKings will serve as the official daily fantasy partner of the media network across broadcast and digital platforms.