A federal judge in Indiana has denied the NCAA’s request for an emergency restraining order against DraftKings. The collegiate sports body had sought to block the operator from using trademarks like “March Madness” and “Final Four” in its betting markets and promotions, arguing it caused irreparable harm. The court ruled the NCAA failed to sufficiently demonstrate immediate damage, allowing DraftKings to continue using the terms during the ongoing tournament. The lawsuit continues, but the denial is a significant early win for the sportsbook.
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