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One Pool, World Pool and lessons from Hong Kong

One Pool’s launch is an important step towards reviving parimutuel betting in Australia. But bigger pools are only the starting point. The test is whether they deliver competitive dividends and rebuild customer confidence – and Hong Kong’s early-season wagering weakness offers a possible warning about the risks.
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