Summary
- The Dutch Grand Prix has decided to block any teams from participating if they display gambling sponsorships.
- The regulator has issued a stern warning to both advertisers and sports teams.
- In the Netherlands, advertising for gambling products is governed by a rigorous set of rules.
Last week, the Dutch Gambling Regulator issued a heartfelt reminder on its official website, emphasizing the vital importance of strictly adhering to gambling advertisement rules. This reminder comes just in time for the highly anticipated Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix happening this weekend.
No gambling ads at the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix
The rules are crystal clear: any team backed by gambling sponsors won’t be able to compete in the upcoming Zandvoort Grand Prix, as declared by the regulator. Regardless of whether a team is local or international, sports clubs are banned from showcasing any sponsorships from gambling companies. It is irrelevant if a team holds a foreign license; the only thing that matters is the absence of a Dutch gambling license for displaying such sponsorships. The regulator firmly classifies any display without a Dutch license as illegal. With an unwavering commitment to protecting consumers, the regulator has been proactively enhancing protective measures. This past July, they evaluated how recent changes in gambling regulations have impacted both the industry and its players.
Regulator firmly on top of the gambling market
The Kingdom's tax changes, intended to bolster the market, have unfortunately led to more people turning to offshore operators instead. Adding to this, the regulator issued warnings to three operators at the end of July. On a broader scale, they acknowledged there are significant gaps in how responsible gambling policies are monitored across the market. (
