Wimbledon is actively combatting illegal gambling practices during the Championships by deploying undercover scouts to identify courtsiders. These individuals exploit the delay in score broadcasting to place bets, often working for organized crime groups with advanced technology to transmit scores quickly. The significance of in-game betting, which makes up three-quarters of tennis wagers, has led to increased scrutiny, prompting measures such as on-site Wi-Fi restrictions and dedicated teams to monitor suspicious activities. The effectiveness of the crackdown has raised concerns about the use of facial recognition technology to deter offenders.
Several courtsiders have been ejected during this year's Championships, with many believed to work for organized crime groups, using modified phones to transmit live scores in real-time.
The rise in in-game betting now accounts for three-quarters of all tennis wagers, allowing punters to place live bets on sets, games, and individual points.
A source stated, 'Wimbledon is a Fort Knox of propriety and fairness.' Steps taken include blocking access to gambling websites and using a dedicated team of scouts.
Some users on a courtsiders' forum speculated whether Wimbledon is using facial recognition technology to identify offenders amidst a crackdown on unauthorized betting activities.
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