I Posed as a Problem Gambler. DraftKings Made Me a VIP
propublica.org
September 27, 2026
36 min read
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Summary
Reporting Highlights - Recklessness Rewarded: I blew $1,800 in one night by chasing my losses with bigger bets, a classic sign of problem gambling. The next day, DraftKings invited me to audition for its VIP program. - Casino Craze: Sportsbooks want to expand into online casinos, where you can lose a lot fast. I played 500 rounds of blackjack in a weekend — about half of my total bets over 10 week...