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Bettortainment and Dabble Strike Innovative Content Partnership Ahead of Cheltenham Festival 2026

4 min read By Jonathan Baxandall

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Bettortainment and Dabble have announced a new strategic partnership designed to revolutionise Cheltenham Festival 2026 betting engagement. Consequently, Dabble will be streaming dedicated horse racing content for the first time in the UK market, significantly expanding its footprint ahead of one of the most important events on the sporting calendar.

The partnership integrates Bettortainment’s expert-led content directly into Dabble’s community-driven ecosystem. Already a part of the brand’s DNA and a central pillar of Dabble’s UK engagement strategy, live streaming allows the community to connect with the action in real-time. By adding a series of dedicated Cheltenham preview shows produced by Bettortainment, Dabble will now leverage specialist horse racing expertise to scale its existing capabilities. This move aims to reach new audiences while maintaining the high-energy, community-first experience that Dabble UK users expect.

The partnership will see Bettortainment hosts actively engaging with the Dabble UK audience during the live streams. This creates a two-way conversation where expert racing insights directly inform an engaged Cheltenham audience, allowing room for questions from the audience in real-time. Ultimately, this turns traditional racing previews into social, actionable betting events.

Bridging the Cheltenham Festival 2026 Betting Engagement Gap

Recent data suggests that while traditional racing viewership is aging, interest in social-led betting is at an all-time high. This partnership represents a shift in the iGaming landscape—moving away from static odds toward “entertainment-first” platforms that mirror how Gen Z and Millennials consume media.

While live betting volumes remain high for horse racing, the industry often struggles to resonate with younger demographics. Bettortainment solves this by transforming passive viewing into active participation. By merging “Dabble’s heartbeat” with Bettortainment’s “Engage, Entertain, Retain” strategy, the two companies are creating a new standard for live and interactive horse racing broadcasts.

“We are delighted to announce the formation of this partnership with Dabble,” said Jonathan Baxandall, Commercial Director at Bettortainment. “Dabble recognises how vital live content is to sports betting engagement, making this a natural relationship from the start. For years, horse racing has been contemplating the challenges in resonating with a younger audience, yet with little action. However, we fundamentally understand how to reach these demographics with innovative content. We share a core belief with Dabble and look forward to working together through Cheltenham and exploring further opportunities across the 2026 sporting calendar.”

How Dabble Drives Cheltenham Festival 2026 Betting Engagement

Dabble has seen rapid growth since its UK launch in June 2025 by focusing on the social aspect of betting. Having launched into the UK market less than a year ago, features like “Copy Cash” and “Rocket Boost” have already built a loyal community. Dabble’s commitment to live, interactive content provides a community-first experience that keeps users engaged and entertained within the Dabble app.

Ben Ingham, Head of Marketing at Dabble, added: “In-app streaming is a major differentiator for Dabble in the UK. The Bettortainment partnership expands our content offering and gives our racing community more ways to engage with Dabble beyond placing a bet.”

Future Strategies for Live Betting Engagement

This partnership marks a significant milestone for Bettortainment as it continues to establish itself as the home of the live betting watchalong. Following the Cheltenham Festival, both companies look toward a massive year for the industry, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as they continue to define the future of live sports betting engagement.


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About Bettortainment

The Live Betting Engagement Experts. Bettortainment specialises in the end-to-end production of live betting content that transforms passive viewers into active participants. Through their “Engage, Entertain, Retain” strategy, they bridge the engagement gap between broadcast and betslip.

About Dabble

Dabble is a global online gaming business with a heartbeat, cornerstoned by community. Since 2020, Dabble has redefined the mobile betting experience through their innovative social features and a mobile-only approach that brings people together through the love of sport.

Frequently asked questions

What is the focus of the Bettortainment and Dabble partnership?
The partnership focuses on driving Cheltenham Festival 2026 betting engagement by integrating expert-led horse racing content directly into the Dabble app. This collaboration transforms passive horse racing previews into interactive, social betting events.
How does Dabble incorporate live streaming into its UK platform?
Dabble uses in-app live streaming as a core pillar of its UK engagement strategy, allowing the community to connect with racing action in real-time. For the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, this includes dedicated preview shows produced by Bettortainment.
What features are available for the racing community on the Dabble app?
The app features social tools such as "Copy Cash," which allows users to follow expert bets, and "Rocket Boost" for enhanced value. Additionally, users can engage in "Banter Channels" to discuss insights with hosts during live broadcasts.
Why is social interaction important for horse racing betting?
Traditional racing viewership is aging, but interest in social-led betting among Gen Z and Millennials is rising. By merging expert insights with a community-first experience, Bettortainment and Dabble aim to bridge the engagement gap in the horse racing industry.
Where can I watch the Cheltenham Festival 2026 preview shows?
The preview shows are broadcast exclusively via the Dabble app.

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