DraftKings has unveiled a new feature called Combos, which allows users to create parlay-style event contracts, alongside a revamped fee structure for its Predictions platform, just in time for the World Cup.
The Combos feature enables users to merge multiple event contracts into a single bet, akin to a traditional sportsbook parlay. Users can combine up to six trades into one combo, but all selected trades must win for the combo to yield a payout. However, it’s important to note that certain sports, such as tennis and PGA Tour events, are excluded from this feature, along with other categories like elections, cryptocurrencies, and commodities.
This launch follows a recent statement from DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, who indicated that the combo products would be available shortly during the company’s Q1 2026 earnings call. Robins highlighted that Combos are part of a broader strategy to integrate DraftKings’ prediction market ecosystem, which includes their Super App, market-making operations, and an upcoming proprietary exchange.
DraftKings has increasingly linked its Predictions feature to its growth strategy, noting that users from states without legal online sports betting are significantly contributing to Predictions activity. The company aims to use Predictions as a tool for customer acquisition beyond the conventional state-by-state sportsbook model.
The introduction of Combos is significant, as parlay bets have gained immense popularity and profitability in the U.S. sports betting market. In Q1, DraftKings reported a nearly 300 basis point increase in parlay handle mix compared to the previous year, suggesting that Combos may replicate this success among prediction market users outside traditional sports betting states.
Additionally, DraftKings has shown interest in expanding its offerings with other sportsbook-like prediction products, such as microbetting. Recently, DraftKings President of Operations Paul Liberman expressed expectations for the emergence of “faster, more dynamic micro markets” within the sports prediction landscape.
As part of this rollout, DraftKings has also implemented a standardized fee structure for event contracts on its platform. The new pricing includes charges of $0.01 for contracts priced between $0.01 and $0.19, $0.02 for contracts from $0.20 to $0.96, and $0.01 for contracts from $0.97 to $0.99. The company assures that these fees cover all relevant IB commissions and Exchange Fees.
During the Q1 earnings call, DraftKings revealed impressive growth metrics for its Predictions segment, with annualized consumer volume exceeding $1 billion in April and total volume traded surpassing $2.3 billion, reflecting month-over-month increases of 38% and 43%, respectively. Robins also noted that customer acquisition costs for Predictions dropped by over 80% after its integration into the Super App. Looking ahead, the company plans to invest between $200 million and $300 million in Predictions throughout 2026, focusing on marketing and product development initiatives, emphasizing that Predictions, particularly in sports, is a strategic priority for DraftKings.