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Record-Breaking Betting in Tennessee Reaches Over Half a Billion Dollars during March Madness

Wagers at Tennessee sportsbooks surpassed $551 million in March, driven by the NCAA tournament, but betting activity is projected to decline in April.

Record-Breaking Betting in Tennessee Reaches Over Half a Billion Dollars during March Madness

🌟 TN Sports Betting Boom in March 🌟

Mar'25 saw a major comeback for Tennessee's sports betting scene, with a whopping $551.7 million in bets processed. Following a lull in February, the strong rebound not only marked a triumphant return but also boosted the state's coffers.

📊 Breaking it Down 📊

  • Jan'25: Bets totaled $543.6 million
  • Feb'25: A 23% dip to $417.4 million
  • Mar'25: A defiant rebound to $551.7 million, largely fueled by March Madness
  • Apr'25: Usually, the handle drops post-March Madness

🎯 March's Magnificence 🎯

The March handle surged in line with January, thanks to the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament. This rebound also represents a 15% rise year-on-year, emphasizing the state's burgeoning fascination with regulated wagering.

🛍️ Year-on-Year Growth 🛍️

Comparing March'24 and March'25, the betting handle jumped 15%, indicating Tennessee's continuous interest in sports betting. In fact, from '23 to '24, the state reported a 22.8% overall increase in betting handle, demonstrating a steady upward trend in sports betting activity.

💰 Tax Revenues 💰

The Tax Man reaped $10 million from Mar'25's betting total. Despite this boost, expect a slowdown in Apr'25 as basketball enthusiasm dwindles. 🏀

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Despite the 23% dip in February's betting activity, Tennessee saw a substantial spike in sports betting in March, processing $551.7 million in bets, similar to January's total. This rebound, largely fueled by March Madness, also represented a 15% year-on-year increase, with sportsbooks such as BetUS offering enticing welcome packages to attract new bettors.

Sports wagering in Tennessee reached a record high of approximately $551 million in March, majorly due to the excitement of the NCAA tournament, although a decline in betting activity is anticipated for April.

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