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What was the TwinSpires Illinois promo?

The TwinSpires Illinois promo was $200 in Bonus Bets when you used promo code BET200. Example: The bonus cash was credited to your account in increments of $100 for every $400 you bet. To get the full $200 bonus, you needed to bet a total of $800 within 30 days of opening your account.

TwinSpires IL bonus

Former sign-up bonus: $200 in Bonus Bets
Promo code: N/A
Minimum deposit: $5
Last updated: September 2024

Sportsbook overview

Sportsbook: TwinSpires
Legal in Illinois: No
Partner in Illinois: None
Payment methods:
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As one of the largest sportsbooks in the US, TwinSpires was a popular destination for online horse betting enthusiasts. In this review, we will discuss everything you needed to know about this platform before it closed in Illinois. This includes how you could have joined, the types of bets they accepted, mobile apps, customer service, as well as the banking options that were available.

How you joined TwinSpires in Illinois and activated the promo code

Joining TwinSpires IL was easy, thanks to a painless sign-up procedure. The following step-by-step guide helped you to set up your account and start placing wagers within minutes.

  1. You went to the official TwinSpires Illinois website or downloaded their mobile app - Load and open the official TwinSpires website (www.twinspires.com) on your PC browser. Alternatively, if you preferred wagering on the go, downloaded the relevant mobile application, installed it, and set it up on your device.
  2. Registered for an account with your personal information - Clicked the “Join Now” button in the top right corner of the homepage to start the sign-up process. You needed to enter your personal details (name, date of birth, address, etc.) and create your login credentials (username and password). In addition, you also had to undergo KYC verification, which required you to upload an identity document and proof of address. Once you did all this, your account was opened.
  3. Claimed the latest bonus available - Logged in to your TwinSpires Illinois account and headed to the promotions page. Checked the offers available and proceeded to claim the latest welcome bonus. Also, if you had a promo code, then you entered it to activate the bonus.
  4. Deposited money with your preferred payment method - Then it was time to make a deposit into your TwinSpires betting account. You could do this by heading to the cashier page, picking a payment option, and entering the amount of the deposit. Then, confirm the transaction and wait for the funds to appear in your account.
  5. Started betting on horses online - Depending on your choice of deposit method, your funds should have been accessible for betting within minutes. With your account funded, you checked out the betting opportunities available and placed your wager.

What types of bets were there on TwinSpires Sportsbook?

TwinSpires Illinois allowed punters to choose from a vast array of bet types. Let's look at some popular types that were accepted by this online sportsbook.

  • Win Bet: A straightforward bet where you bet on the horse that you thought would win the race. If your chosen horse crossed the finish line first, you won the bet. This was the simplest and most popular type of bet in horse racing.
  • Place Bet: Here, you bet on a horse to finish in the top two positions in the race. If your selected horse finished first or second, you won the bet. The payout for a Place bet was typically lower than a Win bet, but the odds of winning were higher.
  • Show Bet: Where you bet on a horse to finish in the top three positions in the race. If your chosen horse finished first, second, or third, you won the bet. The payout for a Show bet was lower than a Place bet, but the odds of winning were even higher.
  • Exacta Bet: For this bet, you picked two horses to finish in first and second place in the exact order that you had chosen. If your picked horses finished in the exact order you predicted, you won the bet.
  • Quinella Bet: Where you chose two horses to finish in first and second place, in any order. If your horses finished in the top two positions, regardless of the order, you won the bet. The payout for a Quinella bet was lower than an Exacta bet, but the odds of winning were higher.
  • Trifecta Bet: A bet where you picked three horses to finish in the exact order that you had chosen for first, second, and third place. If the horses you chose finished in the exact order you predicted, you won the bet.
  • Superfecta Bet: Here, you picked four horses to finish in the exact order that you had chosen for first, second, third, and fourth place. If your chosen horses finished in the exact order you predicted, you won the bet.
  • Daily Double Bet: A bet where you selected the winner of two races in a row. If your horse won both races, you won the bet.
  • Pick 3 Bet: For this bet, you picked the winner of three consecutive races. If your chosen horses won all three races, you won the wager.
  • Pick 4 Bet: A bet where you picked the winner of four consecutive races. If your selected horses won all four races, you won the bet.
  • Pick 6 Bet: This was where you picked the winner of six races in a row. If your horses won all six races, you won the bet.
  • Future Bet: You could bet on the outcome of a major horse race, well in advance of the actual race taking place. Future bets were often available months in advance of major races such as the Kentucky Derby. If your chosen horse won the race, you won the bet. Future bets typically offered high payouts, but they could be risky since you were betting so far in advance.

The TwinSpires betting app in Illinois

The TwinSpires app was available for iOS and Android platforms, and hence one could use it across the majority of smartphones and tablets. The design of the mobile betting app was similar to the desktop website, but it included additional shortcuts. This enabled easy navigation, which meant you could place bets on horse races efficiently and quickly while on the move.

When it came to functionality, the app allowed you to do practically anything on the platform, including signing up for an account, claiming bonuses, making deposits, and cashing out.

How to download the TwinSpires app on iOS

Follow the simple steps below to see how the TwinSpires Illinois mobile app was downloaded and installed on iOS devices:

  1. On your iOS device (iPad or iPhone) menu, you clicked on the Apple App Store.
  2. You started a search for the app by typing the words "TwinSpires Sportsbook" in the search bar.
  3. From the search results, you looked for the right TwinSpires app with its logo and clicked on it.
  4. You agreed to any terms & conditions, and clicked the get or install button to begin the download process.
  5. Upon completion of the download, the app installed automatically on your device. Then you could sign up or log in to your account and start betting.

How to download the TwinSpires app on Android

Here are the step-by-step instructions that were used to get the app on your Android mobile device.

  1. From the menu of your Android smartphone or tablet, you clicked on the Google Play Store to open it.
  2. You typed the words "TwinSpires Sportsbook" in the search field to begin a search for the app.
  3. From the search results, you clicked on the correct TwinSpires app with its logo and developer name.
  4. You read the terms and conditions and agreed to the list of permissions in order to initiate the download process.
  5. When the download finished, your Android device installed the app. From there, you could register for an account or log in to start betting on horse races.

TwinSpires IL banking options

Below is a list of some of the deposit and withdrawal options that were available at TwinSpires IL.

Deposit

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • PayNearMe
  • Play+
  • Paypal
  • Skrill
  • Online banking
  • e-Check

Withdrawal

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Paypal
  • PayNearMe
  • Play+
  • Online banking
  • Skrill

No, TwinSpires Sportsbook is not legal in Illinois. The TwinSpires sportsbook started operating in the Prairie State in January 2021 after receiving its license to operate a few months earlier, but it closed in 2023 and has now closed as a sportsbook across the country.

Can I bet on sports using TwinSpires Illinois?

In Illinois, TwinSpires was a horse betting website only, so you could just wager on horse racing events. The platform was operated and owned by Churchill Downs Inc., a company that also runs the Churchill Downs racetrack and hosts the famous Kentucky Derby horse racing tournament.

TwinSpires was established back in 2007 as a dedicated racebook. Since then, it had grown to become one of the most popular horse betting sites in the United States, alongside other platforms such as TVG.

What kinds of horse races can you bet on with TwinSpires?

At TwinSpires Sportsbook in IL, you could place pari-mutuel wagers on horse and harness races from all over the country. Major horse races from other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, Sweden, Japan, and New Zealand, were also available to bet on.

In addition, the platform allowed you to choose from various categories of horse races such as harness, thoroughbred, standardbred, quarter horse, and steeplechase races. On top of that, the odds on all types of races were extremely competitive.

Customer support of TwinSpires Illinois

When you had an issue or wanted to ask a question, you could get in touch with reliable TwinSpires customer support. You could do so by utilizing the 24/7 live chat function integrated into the website, which would link you up with a support agent. On the other hand, you could also make a call to the telephone number provided. Keep in mind that this option was only available between 9 am and 2 am ET.

If your issue wasn't too urgent, you could write an email and send it to TwinSpires' email support. With this option, you could expect a reply within 24 hours. Fortunately, the betting platform had experienced and knowledgeable support agents, so your issue was dealt with professionally. What's more, the TwinSpires Illinois website featured an extensive FAQ page that covered common queries and their answers.

TwinSpires Illinois former customer support options

Phone: 1-877-774-7371 (9 am to 2 am)
Email: [email protected]
Live chat: Available 24/7
Twitter: @TS_Sportsbook

Our rating of TwinSpires Illinois

(4.5)

Welcome bonus
(5)
Payment options
(5)
Sportsbook app
(4)
Variety & features
(5)
Customer support
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IL Betting gave TwinSpires Illinois an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5. The overall rating was based on these factors:

  • Welcome bonus: Rating 5/5. TwinSpires had a nifty $200 in Bonus Bets that was perfect for horse racing enthusiasts and handicappers. $200 in Bonus Bets was a good bankroll for pari-mutuel wagering.
  • Payment options: Rating 5/5. Twinspires had several safe options to choose from to fund your betting account and just as many options to safely and easily withdraw funds from your betting account.
  • Sportsbook App: Rating 4/5. TwinSpires had a solid website and accompanying app that was similar to the website. The betting catalog was vast and the app is user-friendly without any lag and wagers are easily submitted within seconds.
  • Variety and Features: Rating 5/5. TwinSpires allowed handicappers the opportunity to bet on races for around the world. The same features found on the website could be found on the app including the ability to stream races and contact customer support.
  • Customer Support: Rating 5/5. Customer support is open 24-7 and they were able to handle nearly every request and remedy any issue without much if any wait. The customer support knew horse racing and that was a huge plus.

FAQ

How popular was TwinSpires Sportsbook in IL?

TwinSpires was very popular in IL. In fact, the sportsbook is a household name among horse race bettors across the United States. It also ranked among the top three racebooks by popularity, alongside worthy competitors such as TVG.

Did TwinSpires have any retail betting locations in IL?

Yes, TwinSpires had a retail betting location in IL at Arlington Park and Trackside OTB. The facility lies in the suburbs of Chicago, and it features a racing track that is a hub for thoroughbred horse races. Arlington Park and Trackside OTB are operated and run by Churchill Downs Inc, a company that also owns the online racebook of TwinSpires.

Where could I find the best TwinSpires Illinois bonuses?

You could find the best TwinSpires Illinois bonuses right here in this review. All you had to do is check out our list of bonuses and chose the one that you liked.

Author Details

Phil Naessens

Phil Naessens

Phil Naessens serves as an editor and sports betting expert at IL Betting. He spent more than 30 years as a professional tennis coach and has published four books about sports betting. Phil also hosts podcasts like This Week in Tennis and The Phil Naessens Show. His betting predictions has been featured at websites like Covers and Winners & Whiners.