Although the new legalization doesn’t apply to Cengiz, who is underage under Maryland law, he said he fully supports it. Cengiz said at home, he and his friends place bets on their favorite sports teams, a crucial aspect of the culture that keeps the fanbase alive. There are currently seven live betting companies in Maryland, but more expect to get licenses from the state later this month.Ĭenker Cengiz, a sophomore enrolled in letter and sciences at the University of Maryland, is from Turkey, where sports betting is legal but strictly regulated for everyone 18 and older.
