Winnings for online sports betting in New York State soared 37.8% in July. Books held at 11.4%.
Bettors wagered $1.9 billion online and books kept $214.4 million, a dramatic reversal from June. The figures were released August 7 by the New York State Gaming Commission.
DraftKings led in handle with $661.5 million, but hold was 10.3%. That translated into win of $72.9 million.
The lowest hold was suffered by theScore Bet, at 8%. It won $2.5 million off of handle of $30.8 million.
Fanatics Sportsbook and all other operators combined for $25.8 million in win. Their aggregate handle was $273.5 million and their average hold was 9.4%.
