Monthly U.S. sports betting handle clears $7 billion with Illinois’ $840 million in October

Monthly U.S. sports betting handle clears $7 billion with Illinois’ $840 million in October

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  • Chris Altruda, Sports Handle
December 9, 2021 12:44 AM
  • Chris Altruda, Sports Handle

Illinois furthered October’s run of record-smashing with regards to sports betting handle nationwide, entering the top 10 all-time in the post-PASPA era after the Illinois Gaming Board on Wednesday reported a traditional handle of $840.4 million.

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The figure, which is the eighth-largest handle reported since sports wagering has been legalized on a state-by-state basis beginning in 2018, pushed the overall national handle for October to $7.06 billion. Arizona, which has yet to report figures since beginning sportsbook operations in September, is expected to add a final notable chunk with its first full month of action when that revenue report is released.

The Land of Lincoln also set its all-time monthly high for operator revenue at just shy of $52.6 million, resulting in a 6.26% hold.