TVG Review
Originally launching as a satellite sports channel dedicated to horse and greyhound racing, TVG (the Television Games Network) is now another online betting service for those sports operating legally for U.S. customers. The company is part of the FanDuel group, which itself is the U.S. division of one of Europe’s largest betting companies, the mighty Paddy Power Betfair. TVG therefore certainly comes with a fine pedigree for off-track betting – Paddy Power being a traditional Irish bookmaker that grew its business with staggering success in the online space – and the license to offer U.S. residents its service, but is that enough to get you to sign up? Let’s take a look.
Welcome Bonus & Promotions
Get a $300 Risk Free Bet
Bonus Key Qualifying Criteria: New online customers only, 21+, USA Only. Always Wager Responsibly – National Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700. The $300 Risk Free Bet (“Promotion”) is only open to new TVG account holders in TVG Participating States, age 21+, 4NJBets account holders who are residents of New Jersey, age 18+ and PABets account holders who are legal residents of Pennsylvania, age 21+. Void where prohibited by law. To qualify for the Promotion, sign up for a new TVG account using any of the following promo codes: RISKFREE1, RISKFREE2 or LSRTVG (“Promo Code”) between 3/17/20 and 4/26/20 (“Sign-Up Period”) and within 15 days of signing up, use your TVG (or 4NJBets or PABets) account to place a win, win/place, win/show or win/place/show wager on any race at any track (“Eligible Wager”). Only single horse wagers (no exotics) will count as an Eligible Wager. Only the win portion of a win/place, win/show or win/place/show wager shall be counted as an Eligible Wager. If your Eligible Wager loses, you will receive a bonus equal to the amount wagered in your Eligible Wager, up to a maximum of $300 (“Bonus”). Limit 1 Eligible Wager. Any unused portion of the Bonus will be automatically withdrawn from your TVG Account 30 days after receipt of Bonus. Maximum Bonus is $300 per household. See full Terms and Conditions for details.
Betting Markets
TVG focuses on horse racing.
TVG Stats and Form
TVG provides a comprehensive stats service horse racing.
Extras & Features
TVG In-play Betting
See TVG site for details on TVG In-play Betting.
Layout & Usability
The main TVG site offers a clean if rather functional presentation, that didn’t set our pulse racing initially. However, whilst it’s not an especially elegant bit of web design it still is perfectly serviceable when it comes to enjoying some deep immersion in the pursuit of our favorite betting entertainment. Once registered with a player account – a process that is smooth and quick if you’re legally eligible to use the service, and which entitles you a decent welcome bonus – you’ll find TVG gives you easily navigable access to watch and bet on live horse racing events from over one hundred and fifty tracks around the world. The service includes live odds, handicapping picks, tips and results to compete with its rivals, and so you’ll find pretty much all you need to enjoy easy off-track betting from the comfort of your favorite digital device.
Mention of favorite digital devices above, leads us neatly to cover the mobile potential of TVG. As we’ve come to expect from the best online betting services, a mobile iteration of TVG’s website delivers a very smooth and comprehensive experience that won’t leave you feeling like you’re missing out on anything. For even more seamless integration, iOS users can take advantage of TVG’s free native app from the App Store. It seems Android users are yet to get a native app but, as we’ve noted already, since TVG’s mobile site isn’t crippled in any way when compared to the desktop site this isn’t a significant issue that should turn you off if you’re not an Apple fan.
Mobile & Tablet
TVG offers an iOS app and an Android app but it’s just as easy to play on your Smartphone’s browser. You can watch your favourite sports live on iPhone, iPad & Android.
Payment Methods
Deposit Methods Include: Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, PayPal, PayNearMe, TVG Betcash, Greendot Moneypak, Bank Transfer, Cheque
Withdrawal Methods Include: Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, PayPal, TVG Betcash, Bank Transfer, Cheque
Customer Support
TVG offers excellent 24/7 support, 7 days a week. TVG uses Email, Phone and Snail Mail.
Verdict
TVG should certainly be a front-runner if you’re looking to find a legal U.S. betting service for horse racing. Whilst its website isn’t necessarily beautiful to look at, the service it clothes is very attractive indeed. As a route to watching of the best horse racing in the world, with really comprehensive betting facilities at your fingertips we think you’ll find TVG has plenty of form.
