Gambling debts should be voided as bets were placed with 'illegal bookmaker' claims owner Alan Spence
Racingpost
Alan Spence, a Classic-winning owner, argues his £800,000 gambling debts should be voided because bets were placed with an illegal bookmaker.Summary
Classic-winning owner Alan Spence is defending a claim in the Chancery Court in London for approximately £800,000 in gambling debts owed to David Solomon. Spence claims the debts should be voided as the bets were placed with a man operating an illegal bookmaking business. Solomon, who primarily deals in office furniture, stated he only accepted bets from “friends and acquaintances.” He also alleges Spence failed to place bets for third parties as requested, retaining the money instead. The case centers on whether the debts are legally enforceable given the alleged illegal operation.
(Source：Racingpost)