Jouer, parier, hasarder

Profils De Joueurs, Pratiques Ludiques Et Savoir-Jouer

Bibliographic Data

ID6168095
AuthorsMarina D’agati (corresponding author)
Year2015
Volume3
Issue3
Publication date2015-07-17
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueSciences du jeu (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2269-2657 • E-ISSN: 2269-2657
PublisherOpenEdition (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.4000/sdj.389
OpenAlexW1951420373
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited20

Although the practice of gambling, especially games of skill, involves specialized knowledge, the role of chance would be still predominant, even if it is not exclusive. Based on semi-structured interviews with Italians players of “Lotto”, Roulette, horse and soccer betting, this article shows that a careful analysis of representations among players makes scenario extremely complex. For respondents, chance seems like a « relative » concept: beyond the structural components of the game, it is differently perceived according to the player’s level of knowledge and skills (real or imagined). Thirteen profile players and four playing modes are identified, highlighting the use of a wide range of knowledge and skills to feed decisions, strategies and gamblers’ beliefs. Concluding remarks and future directions for research and development are explored

Art · Humanities · Political science · Gambling Behavior and Treatments · Sports Analytics and Performance · Wine Industry and Tourism

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