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Responsible Gambling

Responsible Gambling

Last updated: November 28, 2025

At Bluegrass Turf Odds (“we”, “us”, “our”) we are committed to promoting safer, responsible gambling. Our website bluegrass-turf-odds.com provides editorial content, analysis and partner links related to horse racing, sports and sweepstakes-style gaming. We do not operate a betting platform, take wagers or handle player funds — but we know that our content can influence where and how you choose to play.

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, never a way to solve financial problems. This page explains our approach to responsible gambling and provides guidance and resources if you are concerned about your own gambling or that of someone close to you.

1. Our approach to responsible gambling

We support responsible gambling by:

  • Publishing content designed for adults who can legally gamble in their jurisdiction.
  • Encouraging you to bet only with licensed, regulated operators that provide safer gambling tools (limits, time-outs, self-exclusion etc.).thesun.co.uk
  • Highlighting that odds, tips and previews are not guarantees and you should never chase losses.
  • Providing links to independent support organizations for people affected by gambling-related harm.

Ultimately, only you can decide how much time and money is reasonable for you to spend. If gambling stops feeling fun and starts feeling like pressure, it’s time to step back.

2. Staying in control: practical tips

Consider the following principles before you gamble:

  • Set a money limit in advance and only gamble what you can afford to lose.
  • Set a time limit for each session and stick to it.
  • Keep gambling separate from your essential finances (rent, bills, food, savings).
  • Never chase losses – accepting a loss is part of gambling.
  • Do not gamble when upset, stressed, depressed, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.thesun.co.uk
  • Treat gambling as entertainment, not income – it is not a way to get out of debt or fix financial problems.
  • Take regular breaks and avoid playing on multiple sites or apps at once.

If you find yourself regularly breaking your own rules, consider that a warning sign.

3. When gambling becomes a problem

Gambling can become problematic when it starts to harm your life or the lives of people around you. Possible signs include:CMHA Ontario+1

  • Spending more money or time on gambling than you planned.
  • Hiding your gambling from family, friends or colleagues.
  • Borrowing money, selling possessions or using credit to gamble.
  • Chasing losses and increasing stake size to “win it back”.
  • Feeling anxious, guilty, depressed or irritable because of gambling.
  • Neglecting work, studies, hobbies or relationships.
  • Using gambling as an escape from stress, problems or negative feelings.

If you recognize several of these signs in yourself or someone you know, we strongly encourage you to seek help.

4. Protecting minors and vulnerable people

Gambling services are intended for adults only, in line with local legal age requirements. We support efforts to prevent underage gambling and to protect vulnerable individuals.

If you are a parent or guardian and you are concerned about a child’s exposure to gambling:

  • Use parental controls and content filters on devices.
  • Avoid saving payment details on devices that minors can access.
  • Talk openly with young people about the risks of gambling and chance-based games (including skins, loot boxes and similar mechanics).thesun.co.uk

If you suspect a minor is gambling online, contact the operator directly and consider speaking to a professional support service in your region.

5. Our role as an informational and affiliate site

Bluegrass Turf Odds:

  • Does not provide gambling accounts, payment processing, deposits or withdrawals.
  • Does not have access to your betting history or personal account limits on partner sites.
  • May receive compensation if you visit a partner via our links and sign up or play.

Because we are an informational site, we cannot:

  • Set or change your limits with any operator.
  • Place you into a self-exclusion program.
  • Access or modify your gambling account or transaction history.

However, we encourage you to use the safer gambling tools offered by regulated operators, such as:

  • Deposit and loss limits
  • Session time limits and reality checks
  • Time-outs (short breaks)
  • Long-term self-exclusion programs
  • Blocking access to gambling websites and apps via specialized softwareDiabetes UK Weekly Lottery+1

6. Independent help and support

If gambling is negatively affecting you or someone close to you, professional and confidential help is available. The following resources are provided for information only – services and contact details may change, so please always check their official websites for current information.

United States

  • National Problem Gambling Helpline – Call or text 1-800-522-4700 or visit the National Council on Problem Gambling’s website for 24/7 confidential help across all 50 states and U.S. territories.National Council on Problem Gambling+1
  • Many U.S. states also run their own problem gambling programs and helplines. Check your state gaming or lottery regulator’s website for local services.Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board+1

United Kingdom & Ireland

Canada

  • Responsible Gambling Council & local helplines – Many provinces offer free confidential help and counselling; you can find services via Responsible Gambling Council’s “Help for Canadians” page.responsiblegambling.org+1

Australia

  • Gambler’s Help – Free, confidential advice and support for people affected by gambling harm. Call 1800 858 858 or visit their website for chat and local services.gamblershelp.com.au

Other countries

Many countries operate national or regional helplines and online support. If your country is not listed above, try searching for “problem gambling helpline” or “responsible gambling support” together with your country or region, or speak to your doctor or a local mental health service for referral options.

If you ever feel at immediate risk of harming yourself or others, please contact your local emergency number right away.

7. What you can do right now

If you are worried about your gambling:

  1. Stop gambling temporarily and take a break from all betting sites and apps.
  2. Talk to someone you trust – a friend, family member, or colleague.
  3. Contact a helpline or support service listed above for confidential professional advice.
  4. Consider using:
    • Self-exclusion programs (e.g. national or operator-level schemes).Talksport+1
    • Gambling-blocking tools and apps to limit access to betting sites.connectedkingston.uk+1

There is no shame in asking for help. Many people experience gambling problems at some point; support is available and recovery is possible.

8. Updates to this page

We may update this Responsible Gambling page from time to time to reflect changes in best practices, regulation or available support services. When we make significant updates, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.