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New Caesars Sportsbook and World Series of Poker Room Scheduled to Open at Harrah's New Orleans this Fall
Encompassing more than 10,000 square feet, the world-class sportsbook and poker room will offer sports fans and poker players in Louisiana an unrivaled gaming
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[{"type":"text","content":"Encompassing more than 10,000 square feet, the world-class sportsbook and poker room will offer sports fans and poker players in Louisiana an unrivaled gaming and entertainment experience\nNEW ORLEANS and LAS VEGAS, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (\"Caesars\") today announced that both the ultra-modern, new Caesars Sportsbook and World Series of Poker Room at Harrah's New Orleans are scheduled to open this Fall. The openings are part of the ongoing $325 million transformation of Harrah's New Orleans into Caesars New Orleans.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThe 5,700-square-foot sportsbook features four betting windows, 12 self-service betting kiosks, and a spectacular video and audio system. The sportsbook will be located next to the largest poker room in Louisiana, a 5,000-square-foot space boasting 20 poker tables and complimentary tableside beverages.\n\"Caesars Sportsbook at Harrah's New Orleans will be the foremost sports betting and viewing destination in the southern United States,\" said Dan Real, Regional President, Caesars Entertainment. \"This first-class sportsbook will offer an unmatched game-day experience for Louisiana's passionate sports fans and our many visitors to the area. At Caesars, we recognize how important sports, entertainment, and hospitality are to Louisiana, and this sportsbook will showcase our continued commitment to the state and its people.\"\n\"The World Series of Poker brand represents the ultimate poker experience and it's only fitting we open a poker room that matches its legacy,\" said Samir Mowad, General Manager, Harrah's New Orleans. \"We'll accomplish this by providing a best-in-class place for players to enjoy our games while generating a competitive buzz that builds camaraderie and creates a thrilling sense of victory for our winners.\"\nCaesars Sportsbook at Harrah's New Orleans will provide sports fans the opportunity to watch and bet on games in a luxurious environment worthy of a Caesar. A 147-foot video screen and state-of-the-art, high-powered audio system will ensure customers don't miss a single play and have continual access to up-to-the-second odds. In addition to seating for 140 patrons, the sportsbook will also feature a multi-display Fan Cave with a private viewing experience for up to 10 people, and a massive bar to accommodate 28 more s...