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In the United States a sportsbook or a race and sports book (sometimes abbreviated as book) is a place where a gambler can wager on various sports competitions, including golf, football, basketball, baseball, ice hockey, soccer, horse racing, greyhound racing, boxing, and mixed martial arts. A sportsbook is the same thing as a “bookmaker” or “bookie.” It’s a company or individual who accepts bets from individual sports bettors.
There are currently 11 names in this directory beginning with the letter W.
Wager / Bet
Risk money on the outcome of an event with the return proportionate to the perceived likelihood as measured by odds.
Walkover / Walk Over
A race involving only one horse. The horse and jockey do not have to complete the race distance but must pass the winning post to be declared the winner. For settling purposes, the winner of a walkover is considered to be a non-runner.
Whelping Kennel
A specific kennel designed for the birth of a litter of pups. Would include a larger bed for mother and puppies and electricity outlets for lighting and heating.
Wire-to-Wire
This is a wager that a team will lead at every quarter or for a specific number of quarters. Wire-to-wire bets are the most popular in basketball.