The fantasy sports betting app DraftKings issued an apology on Monday after offering a bet themed after the tragic events on September 11, 2001.
The wager bore the title “Never Forget” and was a parlay bet that the New York Mets, New York Yankees and New York Jets would win their respective games on Monday, which marked the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attack against the US on September 11, 2001.
After receiving widespread criticism for the 9/11-themed parlay bet, DraftKings issued an apology via X, formerly known as Twitter.
“We sincerely apologize for the featured parlay that was shared briefly in commemoration of 9/11. We respect the significance of this day for our country and especially for the families of those who were directly affected,” the company wrote.
September 11, 2001 is a solemn day for Americans, as it marks the day that 3,000 people died when 19 al-Qaida members hijacked four commercial airline planes, sending two into the Twin Towers and one into the Pentagon. The fourth plane crashed into Somerset County, Pennsylvania after the terrorists failed their initial mission.
12 September 2022, 03:52 GMT