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Legal sports betting in the United States surpassed $300 million in wagers for the Super Bowl, underscoring the rapid growth of regulated gambling since the federal ban was lifted.

Sportsbooks across the country reported record-breaking handle numbers for the championship game, with both in-person and mobile betting contributing to the total. States with legal sports wagering saw a dramatic increase in betting activity compared to the previous year’s event.

The Super Bowl remains the single biggest betting event of the year, and these numbers show the appetite for legal wagering is only growing.

Sports Betting Analyst

The figures represent only legally placed wagers in regulated states. Industry observers estimate that the total amount bet on the game, including offshore and informal wagers, is substantially higher. The strong Super Bowl numbers are expected to bolster arguments for legalization in states still debating sports betting legislation.