JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nevada Super Bowl Betting Sets Record in First Vegas Contest.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Palmeri, Christopher 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the record-breaking wagering activity in Nevada during the Super Bowl, where gamblers placed a total of $185.6 million in bets, marking a 21% increase from the previous year. This figure surpassed the prior record of $179.8 million set in 2022, as reported by the state's Gaming Control Board. The Super Bowl, held in Las Vegas for the first time, attracted many visitors, contributing to the surge in betting. Despite the high volume of wagers, Nevada casinos reported only $6.8 million in winnings, with many sportsbooks nationally experiencing losses due to the underdog team's victory. The event also set new viewership records, with CBS reporting 123.4 million total viewers, making it the largest single-network telecast in history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2024/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:175413826
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