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Which are the biggest sports betting industries?

This article will give an overview of the most popular sports for wagering.

Sports betting is the activity of predicting sports results and placing a wager on the outcome. This industry has rapidly developed, increasing in popularity in the last century and progressing into the large on-site and online markets available today. Potential participants can now place bets on multiple sports events - for example, soccer, basketball, horse racing and American football. This article will give an overview of the most popular sports for betting. 

Soccer

Soccer is one of the most famous and most watched global sports, generating one of the largest sports bets revenues. The most notable organized international soccer tournaments include the FIFA World Cup, the UEFA European Championship, and the Copa América. On a team level, the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and La Liga are some of the most-watched leagues with the highest odds. There are countless available sports betting websites to place your bets, but it is recommended to research the options thoroughly or browse comparison sites for more suggestions

Horse racing

Modern horse betting began in Great Britain in the early 1600s. Although not as widely televised as many modern sports, it is arguably one of the most classic ways to place bets, largely due to the intense excitement generated by the race. The UK, Singapore, Malaysia and the U.S. all have large and continually-expanding horse racing markets in 2023. In the UK, large wagers are placed on the Royal Ascot, the Grand National, and the Epsom Derby. Alternatively, the United States hosts several annual significant events - such as the Breeders' Cup, the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes. 

Basketball

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is unquestionably the biggest basketball league in the US - but is also a hugely popular sport worldwide with millions of global viewers. Fans of the NBA can expect to see plenty of exciting play this season; from October through July, fans have plenty of opportunity to place online wagers on games due to a lengthy NBA season. The moneyline, quarter or first-half scores, half-time stats, parlay and accumulator are all well-known bets in basketball.

American football

American football is a hugely popular sport with yearly championships played at both professional and collegiate levels. The National Football League (NFL) and college football (NCAA) have playoffs every year to decide the championship. After the regular season, the Super Bowl features a decider between the winning teams from each conference. As one of the most famous sports in the US, the NFL attracts huge wagers worldwide every week, while NCAA offers bowl games and the National Championship.  

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