DK Horse Racing Climbs 76 Spots in US Sports App Store Charts

Overview

On May 18, 2026, the United States App Store witnessed significant movements in the Sports category, with notable climbs and entries reshaping the App Store charts. As users increasingly seek engaging and interactive sports experiences, various apps have demonstrated remarkable performance, reflecting the dynamic nature of the market.

Top Climbers

The biggest position gains in the Top Free Apps category are led by:

• DK Horse Racing & Betting: Climbed to #13 from #89, a staggering increase of 76 positions.
• IRONMAN Tracker: Moved up to #12 from #47, gaining 35 positions.
• Fans First Tickets: Jumped to #15 from #31, up 16 positions.
• LA Clippers + Intuit Dome: Rose to #24 from #39, gaining 15 positions.
• DraftKings Sportsbook & Casino: Maintained a strong position at #1, up from #8, with a 7-position gain.

New Entries

New contenders have also made a splash in the charts:

• RACER+: Entered at #20, showcasing the growing interest in racing apps.
• FOX Sports: Watch Live Games: Debuted at #21, catering to fans wanting real-time game updates.

Top Performers

Continuing to dominate the Sports category, the top performers include:

• DraftKings Sportsbook & Casino - #1
• MLB Ballpark - #2
• GameChanger - #3
• MLB - #4
• PGA Championships - #5

Notable Drops

Conversely, several apps experienced notable declines:

• Fanatics: Shop NFL, NBA & MLB: Dropped to #27 from #16, a decrease of 11 positions.
• sportsYou: Fell to #22 from #12, down 10 positions.
• MiLB: Slipped to #25 from #19, a 6-position drop.
• Fanatics Sportsbook & Casino: Dropped to #17 from #13, down 4 positions.
• New York Road Runners: Fell to #18 from #14, also down 4 positions.

As the landscape of iOS apps continues to evolve, keeping an eye on these movements is crucial for developers and marketers aiming to position their applications effectively in the competitive App Store charts.