{"_id":"68debc601d8cf326ae283e10","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Is it permissible to play fantasy sports leagues with entry fees and prizes?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"I read on the Q&A website that playing fantasy sports with prizes is not permissible. I play in a fantasy league with friends where each of us pays a $40 entry fee, and the winnings are distributed among the top three. I recently won the championship and received a few hundred dollars. How should I cleanse this money, if the prize aspect is impermissible? Are there circumstances where prizes for winners are allowed? Also, would it be permissible to still play in such leagues for fun and camaraderie if I donate the winnings?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Healthy competition and camaraderie are encouraged, the problem is when gambling is involved. It's not permissible to participate, even with the intention to donate the money.\\n\\nIf the prize is offered by a third party who is not a participant in the tournament, it would be permissible.\\n\\nTo cleanse the money, I would recommend you donate it to a local Islamic charity.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"696530653e4fd26d8f9b39c1","tag":"Contemporary Life: Games & Sports","count":18},{"_id":"68a7d89732bdfb7cafc038ee","tag":"Finance: Gambling","count":10}],"createdOn":"2025-10-02T17:54:40.542Z"}