Crypto Casino-Backed Duel Arena Event Ends in Nazi Salutes and Antisemitic Slurs

Duel Arena's inaugural event in Orlando has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation due to hate speech, Nazi salutes, and a swastika flag displayed by attendees. Paul Miller, a neo-Nazi influencer known for his racist and antisemitic content, won the kickboxing bout against Jewish opponent Ben Azoulay before using an antisemitic slur over the public address system.

Miller has described himself as a neo-Nazi despite being of Romani heritage, and has previously served a federal prison sentence on illegal firearms charges. He built an online following through white-supremacist and antisemitic broadcasts.

The event was backed by Duel Arena's parent company, Duel.com, a cryptocurrency casino and sportsbook founded by Ossi 'Monarch' Ketola. Duel.com offered betting markets connected to the promotion's first event, raising regulatory concerns about conflicts of interest.