Last updated on June 25th, 2022 at 07:29 pm
Pope Francis has suffered a knee ailment that confined him to a wheelchair. Also, the injury forced him to cancel some trips. As a result, there are speculations that Pope Francis will resign. However, despite unconfirmed rumors, there are already odds for the next pope. According to reports, a bookie favors an Asian or African successor to the pope.
After learning how to be an online bookie, you should know the types of wagers available. Aside from sports events, you can also take on current events, such as the next pope. Although it might not attract a lot of action, it is a way to get new players.
Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle is a Filipino cardinal serving in the Vatican. He is the top favorite to be the pope’s successor with 5/1 odds.
In second place is Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson. He is a Ghanaian cardinal who is also serving in the Vatican. His odds of being the next pope is 6/1. Check the various features of a bookie pay per head to determine if it has odds for the next pope.
Bookie Favors Asian or African Successor of Pope
Many Catholic Church observers believe Pope Francis is unlikely to resign anytime soon. However, having a non-European pope is rare. Pope Francis is the first pope from outside of Europe in more than 1,200 years. Also, there hasn’t been any pope from East Asia or sub-Saharan Africa.
Another long shot is for a pope to resign before death. Pope Benedict was the first pope in more than 700 years to leave the papacy. Thus, everything is possible.
Speculations that Pope Francis will be the second straight pope to resign voluntarily. However, church observers noted he is suffering from health issues. Also, they said that his inability to travel is a cause of concern for his future.
In July of 2021, Pope Francis had a portion of his colon surgically removed due to a bowel issue. Recently, he had to move with the help of a wheelchair or cane due to his knee condition. However, those close to the Pontiff brushed off the rumors.
You still have time to open a bookie business and accept wagers on the next pope. Aside from taking bets on the successor, you can also put out lines on whether Pope Francis will resign or not within the year.
