Gambling In Sport

Question 1

Definitions and examples of gambling in sport

Answer 1

• bribery - financial gain (money or gifts) offered in return of collision
• match fixing - when the entire game is played out to a predetermined result e.g. Italian football league 2006
• spot fixing - when a specific aspect of a competition is predetermined e.g. 2010 Pakistan cricket
• illegal sport betting - when a performer or coach bets on any aspect of the sport that they are involved in e.g. Rob Howley 2019

Question 2

Controlling gambling

Answer 2

• sanctions
• all banned by NGB’s
• fined and/or banned
• also illegal - prison sentences
• education

Question 3

Positives and negatives of gambling in sport

Answer 3

Positives:
• increased revenue from sports betting companies
Negatives:
• promotes illegal behaviour
• promotes addiction - among players
• condones amongst public
• unethical sponsorship