World Poker Fund reveals acquisition of fantasy sportsbook Picking Duck

With the recent Supreme Court ruling, striking down "Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act" (PASPA), all eyes have turned to the sports and sports betting world. WPFH has been anticipating this result for several months and has made many moves to secure its position as a trusted voice for accurate and educational information. Given the fantasy & Gamification of the Picking Duck app, they are not prohibited from discussing or entering into agreements with any casino, sports venue and the like.

Picking Duck has been an active leader in the Fantasy Sports & Sports Betting arena for many years and they seek to continue that narrative. WPFH will also bring back Picking Duck’s Handicapper Marketplace wherein the public can purchase winning picks from professional handicappers and sports betting professionals.

Picking Duck was created to glorify winners, and not just on the website and app, but on all of their social media platforms. From live interviews with players to private Facebook group contests, Picking Duck has built an authentic community of sports betting enthusiasts. They are changing the social sports betting landscape.

To further the sports betting education initiative, WPFH signed an agreement to develop a program along with Picking Duck’s platform. The program is entitled “Beat the Bookie” which is a rotating talking heads format wherein various “bookies, handicappers and professional sports commentators” will discuss sports and sports betting from the book maker’s perspective. The concept and format was created by Brian Burkhardt, who has produced several well-regarded gaming/gambling documentaries, including “Poker Bust Outs” and the upcoming documentary “Where’s Vinny” the story of comedian and “degenerate gambler” Vinny Favorito.

"Now that sports betting is legal, we expect many novice players to become highly interested in the game. And with our educational risk-free sports betting platform, it makes a great starting point for every sports fan to learn the ropes.,” says CEO of Picking Duck, Kenneth Manubay

“Picking Duck’s gaming platform provides a crucial educational component. We believe our community should be comfortable making sports bets and encourage responsible betting. Whether you are new to sports betting or a seasoned veteran, you can learn how to sports bet or test your strategies. It’s time to erase the traditional ways of sports betting. By tracking your stats, following hot players, and competing in weekly contests, you’re able to hone your skills and understand that there may be more than just picking a random team to win the game. What distinguishes Picking Duck from others out there is our commitment to redefining what it means to be a sports bettor ,” says Travis Kasper, Chairman & CEO of WPFH.