FanDuel, the U.S. sportsbook arm of Flutter Entertainment, announced a multi‑year partnership with the Toronto Tempo, the first Canadian franchise of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The deal, disclosed on April 28 2026, names FanDuel as the official sportsbook and casino partner for the Tempo, granting the brand exclusive fan‑engagement initiatives, in‑arena visibility, and digital activations that tie the WNBA experience to FanDuel’s betting and casino platforms.
The partnership positions FanDuel to tap a new, growing audience in Canada. By aligning with the Tempo’s inaugural season, which begins in May 2026, FanDuel gains a foothold in a market that has historically been underserved by sports‑betting operators. The deal builds on FanDuel’s existing multi‑year partnership with the WNBA in the United States, extending that relationship into a new country and reinforcing the brand’s commitment to women’s sports.
From a business perspective, the agreement opens a new revenue channel for FanDuel and strengthens its competitive moat in the crowded sports‑betting landscape. The partnership is expected to boost handle and customer lifetime value as the Tempo’s fan base is exposed to FanDuel’s sportsbook, casino, and daily‑fantasy products through in‑arena and digital activations. The Toronto Tempo’s launch in 2026 marks the WNBA’s first expansion outside the United States, making this a pioneering move in an emerging sports market.
"Partnering with the Toronto Tempo in their inaugural season is an exciting opportunity for FanDuel customers and basketball fans. As a company that shares the same passion for community and empowering women’s sports, we are proud to support a new franchise that will celebrate fans and elevate women’s professional sports in Canada," said Tom Burdakin, Vice President of Marketing at FanDuel. "Welcoming FanDuel marks a significant milestone for our organization as we continue to build Canada’s first WNBA team and deepen fan engagement," added Lisa Ferkul, Chief Revenue Officer for the Toronto Tempo.
The partnership differentiates FanDuel in the Canadian women’s sports betting market, where competition is still emerging. It aligns with a broader trend of increasing investment in women’s sports and positions FanDuel ahead of competitors that have yet to secure a similar foothold. While the financial terms of the deal are undisclosed, the strategic alignment signals Flutter Entertainment’s focus on high‑growth, high‑margin opportunities in North America and its commitment to expanding its sports‑betting footprint beyond the United States.
The announcement underscores Flutter Entertainment’s broader strategy of pursuing emerging sports markets and deepening customer engagement through branded partnerships. The impact on Flutter’s financials will become clearer when the company reports its Q1 2026 earnings on May 6 2026, but the partnership is already viewed as a positive step toward diversifying revenue streams and strengthening FanDuel’s brand presence in Canada.
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