Sports spectators offered bets on the color of a dildo to be tossed during a WNBA game
In an unexpected turn of events, sportsbooks and prediction markets have been offering novel betting markets on the throwing of dildos at WNBA games. These markets, primarily available on offshore platforms like BetOnline.ag and Polymarket, have been generating buzz due to their unique nature.
The betting options range from predicting whether another dildo will be thrown in a WNBA game, to speculating on the specific days when such incidents might occur. Additionally, there are bets on the predominant color of the next dildo to hit the court, with white currently favored.
One of the most intriguing aspects of these markets is the forecasted probability. According to Polymarket, there's a 48% chance of another dildo being thrown at a WNBA game by a given date, such as August 9, 2025 [1]. BetOnline.ag has also updated odds for a potential fifth dildo thrown, reflecting sustained interest over multiple incidents [2].
Interestingly, August 8, 2025, holds the highest probability (35%) for the next dildo throw, with August 7 and 9 close behind at 28% each [4].
However, these bets are largely confined to offshore sportsbooks and prediction markets. Major regulated U.S. sportsbooks such as DraftKings, FanDuel, and Kalshi have chosen to stay away from these markets, citing ethical and legal concerns related to promoting or profiting from such behavior [1].
The latest incident occurred during the Phoenix Mercury's game against the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday, following four previous instances of people throwing dildos onto WNBA courts. Notably, Sophie Cunningham, a player for the Indiana Fever, had a close call during the Fever versus Los Angeles Sparks game on the same day [5].
Social media users have been questioning the existence of these markets, with concerns that bettors could potentially attend a WNBA game and throw a specific color of dildo themselves [6]. In response to the growing trend, Sophie Cunningham had previously tweeted urging fans to stop throwing dildos, stating "you're going to hurt one of us" [7].
As the WNBA continues to grow in popularity, these unusual betting markets have sparked a debate about the boundaries of entertainment and sportsmanship. The league has yet to issue a formal statement regarding the matter.
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Sportsbooks and prediction markets are offering betting options on elaborate incidents like a WNBA game featuring another dildo throw, with August 8, 2025, having the highest forecasted probability (35%) for this event. These markets are primarily found on offshore platforms.
