In addition to DraftKings and BetMGM, FanDuel Group and Boyd Gaming plans to launch legal sports betting in the state of Kansas today, September 1.
The online betting will launch at 12 p.m. CT today. At the same time, FanDuel and Boyd Gaming will open a temporary retail sportsbook at the Kansas Star Casino, followed by a grand opening of the FanDuel Sportsbook at Kansas Star on Thursday, September 8 at 10 a.m. CT.
Kansas native and former NFL star wide receiver Jordy Nelson will place the ceremonial first bet on September 8th at the FanDuel Sportsbook at Kansas Star.
The FanDuel Sportsbook at Kansas Star Casino, located just south of Wichita on I-35, will serve as a one-stop-shop for fans to enjoy sporting events while placing wagers on the action. The sportsbook will be open year-round and feature four betting windows, 28 HD televisions, seating for 40 customers, and 20 IGT PlaySports self-service betting kiosks.
