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World Cup Boosts Betting in Tennessee: June Sees 30% Increase
The FIFA World Cup has significantly boosted sports betting in Tennessee, with the state recording a 30% year-over-year increase in total betting handle in June. The total gross sports betting handle in Tennessee for June 2026 was $456.1 million, marking a substantial rise compared to the previous year.
The FIFA World Cup, which started on June 11, 2026, is the most awaited soccer tournament of the year. This event has driven a significant uptick in wagering handle recorded by sports betting operators in Tennessee. The increase in betting activity is evident in the taxes collected, with Tennessee seeing a $2 million year-over-year increase to $8.4 million in June.
Traditionally, June is a quieter month for sports betting, but the World Cup has changed that trend. The tournament, which will run through July 19, 2026, has attracted considerable betting action, contributing to the overall increase in the state's betting handle and tax revenues.
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