WFA sought the delay, in part, so it could see how the Florida Supreme Court rules in a related case concerning the gaming compact between the State of Florida and Seminole Tribe. That ruling was subsequently overturned earlier this fall. A lower federal court ruling halted sports betting in Florida in the fall of 2021. WFA wants SCOTUS to hear the case that was initially filed two years ago. It all but ensures that bettors over 21 in Florida will be able to bet on live on Super Bowl 48. That day is two days before Super Bowl 58.
West Flagler Associates (WFA) wants the Supreme Court to grant it an extension until Februto file its writ of certiorari. Supreme Court Monday for an extension to file its request to hear its on-going lawsuit against the compact that allows sports wagering state wide via the Hard Rock Bet app. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Florida - The final immediate legal threat to Florida sports betting has been shelved until early next year.
