FanDuel Group, one of North America’s most recognizable online gaming companies, has secured a new pathway for its sports betting and online casino services in West Virginia. On Thursday, the Flutter Entertainment-owned brand announced a fresh market access agreement with Delaware North, a global leader in hospitality and entertainment.
This collaboration brings together Delaware North’s decades of gaming and hospitality experience with FanDuel’s reputation for industry-leading technology and brand reach. Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, long regarded as a central entertainment hub in the Charleston area, will serve as the platform for this partnership.
“Delaware North has been a respected name in gaming and hospitality for decades, and they are an ideal partner as we continue to operate in West Virginia,” said Jonathan Edson, FanDuel’s Business Development Senior Vice President, in a company press release.
Partnership Builds on Existing FanDuel Operations
FanDuel’s entry into West Virginia dates back to 2018 when it launched operations through The Greenbrier Casino Club in White Sulphur Springs. That brick-and-mortar sportsbook remains part of FanDuel’s portfolio and will continue running alongside the new arrangement at Mardi Gras.
Currently, Mardi Gras Casino & Resort houses a retail sportsbook powered by Betly, Delaware North’s proprietary brand for sports betting and iGaming. At this stage, it is not clear whether the on-site wagering facility will transition to FanDuel branding under the new agreement.
Delaware North’s Chief Interactive Gaming Officer, Lee Terfloth, underscored the value of the collaboration: “We love working with FanDuel and are very proud to be partnered together in West Virginia. This partnership represents the best of what Delaware North strives for, bringing trusted, innovative experiences to our customers – and FanDuel is an incredible ally in that mission.”
Delaware North’s Changing Partnerships in the Market
This agreement with FanDuel comes after Delaware North’s prior partnership with WynnBet ended. That relationship had covered both online sports betting and casino gaming in West Virginia. WynnBet, which debuted in 2021 and expanded to 11 states including New York and Michigan, shut down its U.S. online sports betting operations gradually between August 2023 and August 2024. By September 2025, WynnBet only maintained retail sportsbooks in Massachusetts and Nevada, with online betting limited to Wynn’s Nevada casino properties.
Delaware North has also been active in striking other market access deals. In December 2024, the company partnered with VIP Play to bring ZenSports, an online sportsbook already available in Tennessee, into West Virginia after the operator received an interim license.
Broader Industry Context and FanDuel’s Market Strength
The new partnership highlights FanDuel’s commitment to reinforcing its foothold in the Mountain State while Delaware North continues to evolve its roster of partners. FanDuel Group operates across all 50 states with an estimated 17 million customers and 25 retail locations. Beyond its sportsbook and casino offerings, the company runs FanDuel Racing, FanDuel TV, and FanDuel TV+, serving a broad spectrum of the wagering and entertainment industry.
FanDuel’s parent company, Flutter Entertainment, remains a dominant global force in gaming. Traded on the New York Stock Exchange, Flutter holds a market capitalization of roughly $49 billion and has demonstrated steady revenue growth. Analysts project a 31% revenue increase in 2025, and multiple firms—including Stifel, Benchmark, and Citizens JMP—have recently reiterated favorable ratings and high price targets on Flutter shares. These endorsements reflect optimism around the company’s strategic moves, including this latest collaboration with Delaware North.
