188BET became the Official Asian Sponsor of Formula 1 in 2020, marking the first time Formula 1 partnered with a betting operator to deliver real-time in-play interactions for fans across Asia. The initial five-season agreement was brokered by Interregional Sports Group (ISG), Formula 1's lead sponsorship agency. In late 2024, Formula 1 confirmed a renewal of the partnership, extending 188BET's status as the premier sportsbook partner in Asia.
188BET branding appears exclusively throughout Formula 1 broadcasts across the Asian market via virtual trackside advertising. This means 188BET logos are woven into the race imagery seen by millions of viewers watching Grands Prix from Bahrain to Singapore. The sponsorship also includes bespoke activation across Formula 1's digital and social platforms.
188BET holds exclusive ownership of F1 Play for the Asian sports betting market. F1 Play is the official Formula 1 predictor game, powered by official race data supplied by Sportradar. Members compete across the season for prizes including luxury watches and the latest tech.