Betting on Motorsports in South Africa

South Africa has strict laws regarding gaming and gambling. For many years, the country has had laws that severely restrict the scope of gaming and gambling enthusiasts. In 1965, when the country’s Gambling Act was made legal almost all forms of gambling activities were made illegal. Through various repeals and amendments, the law has now reached a stage where some form of sports betting and gambling is legally accepted in the country. From the draconian era of the 1990’s when even horse race betting was enough to put you into jail, the current scenario is a much needed relief for South African punters.

And it’s no hidden truth that punters in South Africa love to bet as much as, if not more than, anyone else in the world. The legalization of sports betting in the country has opened up avenues for serious betters who can now legally and responsibly place their bets through authorized bookies. These bookies accept wagers on various sports ranging from cricket, to horse racing, and even motorsports racing like drag racing, cross country racing, and karting. And though South Africans love their cricket, the focus is now also on many other sporting events. Motorsports, for example, is one of the most widely seen and betted on sport event in the country right now.

The main governing body for motorsports in South Africa is the Motorsport South Africa. They not only organize various sport events but their site has updated schedules and calendars available which is of immense help to those trying to place bets. Though sports racing and betting has not traditionally been one of the favourites for betters in South Africa, the times are a-changing. Motorsports is gaining steam slowly and is beginning to replace traditionally favoured sports like horse racing and cricket which have been around for a long time. Of late though, the adrenalin filled games like bike races, cross country championships, challenge circuits, rallies, and car and bike circulars have caught the nation’s attention. Sites like fhatscasino.co.za operating in the country offer punters a reliable and legalized avenue for placing bets. There are more than 20 companies like this currently operating in South Africa, which are also listed on international stock markets. Not only do they keep the spirit of motorsports alive in the country, they are also taking steps to promote responsible betting in the country.