Sports Betting, but Make It Jackpotjoy

Welcome to sports betting at Jackpotjoy, where every sport gets the star treatment.

At Jackpotjoy, we believe sports should be celebrated in style. Whether it's a thrilling tennis final, a photo finish at the races or your team scoring a last-minute winner, we're here to add that extra bit of excitement to every sporting moment.

Sports betting with us isn't really about complicated strategies or serious analysis. It's about making the sports you already love watching just that little bit more exciting. From backing your tennis favourite to supporting the underdogs, we make it simple to get involved and enjoy every minute.

It’s time to grab life by the odds and add some Jackpotjoy to your sports.

Why Bet on Sports with Jackpotjoy?

We know how to celebrate wins. Our online bingo site creates a winner every minute‡, and we've brought that same joy to our sports betting. It doesn't matter if it's a £2 winner or something bigger, every successful bet deserves a little celebration dance. You could soon be busting out those moves like they’re going out of fashion (don’t worry, they aren’t).

We're good at what we do. With more than 20 years under our belt, some might call us the OGs of fun. Our award-winning casino shows we understand entertainment, and we've put that same know-how into practice to create a sports betting experience that places fun first.

We keep it light and enjoyable. Sports betting should add a bit of zest to your favourite sports, not complicate them. We see it as a way to make watching even more exciting, whether you're following Wimbledon, Royal Ascot or the latest season of your favourite reality TV show.

Your joy is our joy. We want you to have fun with sports betting, not stress about it. That's why everything we do focuses on keeping things enjoyable and celebration-worthy. To make extra sure things stay fun, we have several handy responsible gambling tools to help you stay in control.

A Straightforward Guide to Getting Started

What is sports betting, you ask? Put simply, you pick something you think will happen in a sport and put some money on it. If you're right, you get more back. That’s it!. No need to make it more complicated.

As for understanding odds, when you see a figure like 3/1, it just means you'd win £3 for every £1 you bet. So a £5 bet would return £20 total if it wins (your £15 winnings plus your £5 back). Bigger numbers mean bigger potential wins but lower chances of it happening.

Start small and have fun. There's no pressure to bet big amounts. A cheeky £1 bet on your favourite team can be just as exciting as anything else. Take your time, browse what's available and only bet when something genuinely interests you.

The best part about sports betting isn't necessarily winning money. It's that bit of fun when you're watching your selection and being more involved in sports you already enjoy.

Sports That Bring the Joy Factor

We've got a brilliant selection of sports to suit everyone at Jackpotjoy:

Tennis

From Wimbledon's strawberries-and-cream atmosphere to regular WTA and ATP tour events. Tennis is a great sport for watching both British and international talent.

Horse Racing

The ultimate theatre sport for your diaries, featuring Royal Ascot glamour, Grand National drama and everything in between. Pick a name you like, follow your instincts or back the horse in your favourite colours.

Basketball

Fast-paced thrills with both NBA superstars and WNBA talent on show. Great for those who love high-energy sports with end-to-end action.

Football

From Premier League weekends to international competitions. Both men's and women's football offer brilliant entertainment, with plenty of teams and tournaments to follow throughout the year.

Reality TV & Entertainment

Yes, really! From Strictly Come Dancing to I'm a Celebrity. Take a break from traditional sports and join the world of sequins and jungle trials.

And loads more. We’ve got something for every sporting taste and interest.

Popular Ways to Get Involved

For those with busy lives, here are some of the most popular bets:

Match winner

Simply pick who you think will win. Works across all sports – but might look slightly different, in horse racing it’s a ‘to win’ bet – and it's as straightforward as it sounds.

Player performance

It's not just teams you can bet on. Individual players offer lots of opportunities too.

Back individual achievements like a tennis player to win in straight sets, a footballer to score (and how many they do), or a horse to finish in the top three. Great when you've got a feeling about someone specific.

Live betting

Plenty of excitement is available both before an event gets going and while the action unfolds.

See a tennis player finding their rhythm? Horse racing getting tight? With live betting, you can place wagers on what you see happening in front of you, and what you think will happen next.

Each sport offers its own special moments for live betting. Tennis has those momentum shifts, horse racing has that final furlong and football has those feels-like-a-goal-is-coming moments.

Looking After You

We want you to have the best possible experience, which means keeping things safe and fun. Here are some things you can do to make sure you’re always in control.

Set your limits

Before you start, decide what you're comfortable spending and stick to it. We have tools to help you do exactly that.

Take breaks

And take them whenever you need them. Set time-outs if you want some space, and we'll remind you when they're up.

Keep it enjoyable

If sports betting stops being fun, that's your sign to step back. As part of our Game in Good Hands pledge, we’ve got fully trained staff you can talk to for free if you stop enjoying things.

Remember, only bet what you can afford to lose and never chase losses. Sports betting should add to your enjoyment of sports, not take away from it.