Want to overcome the Feburary handle swoon? Host a Super Bowl!
The Arizona Department of Gaming released long-awaited state sports wagering figures for February on Wednesday, and Glendale playing host to Super Bowl LVII provided plenty of betting action in the desert as handle reached close to $609.3 million. It was the first time the NFL held a Super Bowl in a state where sports betting was legal.
The matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles was one for the ages, with the Chiefs rallying for a 38-35 victory and scoring the game-winning points with eight seconds to play. Though the Arizona Department of Gaming did not provide any specific breakouts related to the Super Bowl, certain operators were able to make history.
