Altenar files antitrust complaints against Sportradar with UK and EU authorities
The sportsbook technology provider has escalated its long-running legal dispute with the data giant, alleging Sportradar abuses its exclusive control of US sports data rights to hinder competition. Sportradar has dismissed the claims as an attempt to “inflame the news agenda”.
- Altenar has reportedly filed antitrust complaints with the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and submitted information to the European Commission.
- The firm alleges Sportradar is using its exclusive data partnerships with major sports leagues to disadvantage competing B2B sportsbook technology providers.
- Sportradar denies the allegations, stating it has not received official notice of the complaints and that Altenar is attempting to create negative press.
The long-running dispute between Altenar and Sportradar has intensified, with reports that Altenar has filed antitrust complaints against the data supplier with regulators in the United Kingdom and the European Union. The Isle of Man-headquartered sportsbook provider accuses Sportradar of breaching competition principles through its exclusive control of key US sports data rights.
Allegations of anti-competitive conduct
Altenar’s central argument is that Sportradar is abusing its dominant market position. The firm believes the Nasdaq-listed data company uses its exclusive data agreements with major sports leagues to create an unfair advantage for its own B2B sportsbook technology services, effectively shutting out rivals.
We believe Sportradar is using its control of essential sports data to shut out businesses with a competing offer.
According to Altenar, this conduct harms bookmakers in the UK and EU by denying them a “choice of suppliers and a market that supports competition and innovation”. Sportradar holds data partnerships with numerous high-profile sports bodies, including FIFA, the NBA, NHL, MLB, and the ATP.
Sportradar and regulators respond
Sportradar has refuted the claims, suggesting the move is a publicity tactic. The company accused Altenar of an attempt to “inflame the news agenda”. While it confirmed it had not received official notice of the latest complaints, Sportradar noted it has been aware of threats from Altenar to file such actions in multiple jurisdictions since February 2026.
The response from the regulatory bodies indicates the process is at a very early stage. It is understood that the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has received a complaint, but an official investigation is not yet underway. Meanwhile, the European Commission’s executive cabinet has not received a formal competition complaint.
We have received market information on this matter, which we are assessing.
This development marks a new chapter in a protracted legal battle that has largely been fought in the District Court of New Jersey. The dispute first came to light in April 2026, at which time Altenar also initiated claims at the High Court in London. Sportradar is a key data supplier to major operators such as Flutter Entertainment.
