Gamebookers Offer To Even Up Wimbledon Prize Money

Gamebookers, the global online betting and casino company, has offered 30,000 pounds to the eventual winner of the Wimbledon's women's singles competition in response to Wimbledon organisers' defiance in awarding equal prize money to men and women.

The 30,000 pounds set aside by Gamebookers will make up the shortfall to take women's prize money to 655,000 pounds, equal to that of the men's competition.

Luke Brill, Global Marketing Director, said, "We were amazed that Wimbledon should take such an outdated view on equal prize money. The possibility of action by women's tennis players could devalue the quality and enjoyment of the tournament for all. There is little we can do to influence policy decisions of the organisers, however, if we can redress the pay balance, then it's possible we can keep the women's competition truly competitive."

Gamebookers is one of Europe's leading online gaming portals, offering both sport betting and casino. In a recent analysis of its customer base, tennis was the second most popular sport for gambling behind football.