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BetMGM Unveils Anti-Harassment Policy for Athletes

2/2/2026

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BetMGM launches an Athlete Anti-Harassment Policy to protect athletes from threats tied to sports betting.
Policy authorizes suspension or termination of accounts involved in abusive conduct toward players, coaches, and officials.
Rhea Loney, BetMGM Chief Compliance Officer, says the policy will clearly define harassment and ban threats or racial slurs.
The policy responds to rising harassment, including death threats against Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. after a betting loss.

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BetMGM launches an Athlete Anti-Harassment Policy to protect athletes from threats tied to sports betting.
Policy authorizes suspension or termination of accounts involved in abusive conduct toward players, coaches, and officials.
Rhea Loney, BetMGM Chief Compliance Officer, says the policy will clearly define harassment and ban threats or racial slurs.
The policy responds to rising harassment, including death threats against Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. after a betting loss.