The match was played in the complete absence of any betting advertisements, which are usually unavoidable. 9News
The match atANZ Stadium was played in the complete absence of any betting advertisements, which are usually unavoidable.
Both sides had sworn off betting sponsorship and advertising earlier this year after partnering with GambleAware's Reclaim the Game initiative.The NSW government program encourages clubs to reject betting ads in an attempt to challenge the normalisation of wagering in sport. "The NRL fan base is huge and gambling advertising is everywhere, including at sporting games and on TV, which means if you're a supporter you usually can't avoid seeing it," Office of Responsible Gambling director Natalie Wright said.
"On Sunday, fans and families got back to what the game is about – without letting a bet take them away from the match."It's encouraging to see an NRL match with two teams who both stepped up to say no to sports betting advertising and we're sure the Bulldogs and Rabbitohs fans appreciated the atmosphere."
"It is a great spectacle for fans, players and staff to enjoy sport in its purest form, without any distractions or the temptation to gamble," Bulldogs CEO Aaron Warburton said.
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