Virtual Betting News

Major Updates To SIS Virtual Racing - Portman Park, Steepledowns and Sprint Valley

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Our favourite virtual horse racing courses are getting a major update to the graphics they use. Below, we take a look at what this means for you:

The previous viewing experience was clunky at best - you’re watching the races on a screen in a betting shop (as you can’t currently watch online), the screens are often small and you’re typically sat quite far away from them. Then, to make matters worse, the graphics are blurry and pixelated and the movement of the horses looks quite jolty and unnatural.

Safer Gambling Week 2023

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Safer Gambling Week is a campaign that is organised across the gambling industry, including operators and responsible gambling charities, and aims to promote safe gambling practices. The week-long event focuses on raising awareness about the potential risks of gambling, encouraging gamblers to keep their habits in check, and providing information on how and where to obtain help if gambling starts to become a problem.

This year, Safer Gambling Week is running from 13th - 19th November.

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We are knee-deep into what can only be described as the "digital era." Computer science and digital technology are rapidly developing new innovations. From virtual and augmented reality, to artificial intelligence, to smartphones that have replaced computers, our world is dominated by science. And naturally, this has an impact on every aspect of our lives.

Medicine is a lot more advanced than ever. Communication is easier than it has ever been. And of course, the entertainment industry is thriving. Arguably, we have reached a point in our scientific development that, once upon a time, could only have been fantasized about by science fiction authors.

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

Back in August 2020, we wrote a blog post wondering why we couldn't bet on Portman Park, Steepledowns, and Sprint Valley online. We found it strange since these virtual horse races are popular and available to bet on in Betfred, Coral, Ladbrokes, and Boyle Sports shops. We were confused because there are lots of other virtual horse races available online at each of these bookmakers.

Well, guess what? As of March 2023, things have changed. You can now bet on Portman Park, Steepledowns, and Sprint Valley online at Boyle Sports, William Hill, Ladbrokes, and Coral. We're not sure yet if you will be able to bet on them at Betfred and bet365 any time soon.

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

From the 1st - 7th November 2021 is Safer Gambling Week in the UK. At Betvirtual.co, we are passionate about virtual betting - and we are equally passionate about safer gambling. We believe Safer Gambling week is a great opportunity to reinforce this fundamental message to all our users - please always only bet within your limits and use the available tools.

The National campaign that has been launched centres on a key phrase; ‘Take time to think’. Betting should always be a fun and entertaining pastime - so why not take time to think whether it is always fun for you?

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

Betting shops are back open on high streets in most areas of the United Kingdom - heralding the return of a long-running tradition for many a pavement pounder.

With the return of such exciting, face to face betting interactions, it has seen a new uptick of interest in the Virtuals, which occurs at regular intervals throughout the day, every day of the week.

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

The Virtual Horse Racing fixtures have been reliably running races as always... whatever the weather!

Steepledowns, Portman Park, and Sprint Valley continue to offer up virtual jollies, fillies, and mares in lifelike graphics and accompanying commentaries - but how have the randomised results been falling? Any big winning odds of note? What about memorable names?

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Online gambling has been an established entertainment option for the best part of two decades now. It continues to provide entertainment to most players, but there is a minority of players where gambling can manifest into a problem.

At BetVirtual.co we feel that Safer Gambling Week 2020 is a great opportunity to step back and ensure the core messages around keeping gambling safe are fully communicated.

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

Virtual Horse Racing has long been a staple of many a high street betting shop. Computerised jollies go up against each other on digital racecourses - the most famous of which include Portman Park, Sprintvalley, and Steepledowns.

It has since become an evergreen fixture online, but despite its success, Portman Park, Sprintvalley, and Steepledowns cards are tough to find online. Nay (pardon the pun) - it is impossible!

Note: *The following article is purely for fun. It is based on individual opinions and does not constitute advice. The results of virtual sports are entirely random. Please always gamble responsibly. #Ad. Find out more on our How Our Site Works page.

The Grand National 2020 was just one of the many sporting events to be cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, step up The Virtual Grand National.

Although the virtual version has been run since 2017 it’s only this year that it’s made the headlines and has drawn huge viewing figures. To give some perspective, around 10 millions...