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Sporting events with the largest betting volume typically draw global attention due to their prestige, popularity, and the sheer size of their fanbases.

Here are some of the biggest events in terms of betting volume:

1. Super Bowl (NFL)

• Betting Volume: The Super Bowl is the largest single-day sports betting event in the world. In the U.S., billions of dollars are wagered on the game, with betting on everything from the point spread to prop bets (e.g., the length of the national anthem).
• Global Reach: While the NFL is predominantly American, the Super Bowl garners global attention, attracting bettors from across the world.

2. FIFA World Cup

• Betting Volume: The FIFA World Cup, held every four years, is one of the largest global sporting events. The 2018 World Cup saw an estimated $136 billion wagered globally.
• Global Reach: The tournament attracts massive interest from nearly every country, with betting activity particularly high in Europe, South America, and Asia.

3. The Kentucky Derby

• Betting Volume: The Kentucky Derby is one of the most famous horse races in the world. Each year, billions of dollars are wagered on the Derby, making it one of the largest betting events in the U.S. The event is a key part of the Triple Crown, and its tradition and spectacle contribute to high betting activity.
• Global Reach: Although it's a U.S.-based event, global interest is significant, especially from countries with a rich horse racing culture.

4. Champions League Final (UEFA)

• Betting Volume: The UEFA Champions League Final, the pinnacle of European club football (soccer), attracts massive betting volumes. The 2023 final, between Manchester City and Inter Milan, saw significant wagering across Europe and beyond.
• Global Reach: Football's global popularity means betting volumes are high from every continent, especially in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

5. The Olympics (Summer and Winter Games)

• Betting Volume: Both the Summer and Winter Olympics feature a wide range of events, including athletics, swimming, skiing, and more, all with extensive betting markets. While overall betting volume for the Olympics is smaller than single events like the World Cup, the variety of sports and events contributes to massive cumulative betting.
• Global Reach: With nations from all over the world competing, betting on the Olympics is global. The betting volume for the Summer Games (held every four years) is especially high, as the events are watched worldwide.

6. NBA Finals

• Betting Volume: The NBA Finals, featuring the two best teams in basketball, is one of the most popular betting events in the United States. In addition to the traditional moneyline and point spread bets, the NBA Finals also attract significant prop betting (such as player performance or series outcomes).
• Global Reach: Basketball is a global sport, and the NBA Finals attract fans and bettors from across the world, particularly in North America, Europe, and Asia.

7. The World Series (MLB)

• Betting Volume: The World Series, the championship series of Major League Baseball, has a long history of attracting large betting volumes, especially within the U.S. With the rise of legal sports betting in the country, this number has only grown.
• Global Reach: While baseball is more niche globally, countries like Japan, South Korea, and parts of Latin America have strong baseball followings, contributing to international betting volume.

8. The Grand National (Horse Racing)

• Betting Volume: The Grand National, a steeplechase horse race in the UK, is one of the world's most heavily wagered-upon sporting events. Betting activity spikes dramatically in the lead-up to the race.
• Global Reach: While it has a particularly strong following in the UK and Ireland, interest from countries like Australia and the U.S. also contributes to its large betting volume.

9. March Madness (NCAA Basketball Tournament)

• Betting Volume: The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, commonly known as "March Madness," is one of the biggest events in American sports. Betting is huge, especially in office pools, but also through sportsbooks, with billions wagered annually.
• Global Reach: While the majority of betting is done in the U.S., the international appeal of college basketball is growing, particularly among international fans who follow the NBA.

10. Formula 1 (Monaco Grand Prix and Other Major Races)

• Betting Volume: Formula 1 races, especially iconic events like the Monaco Grand Prix, attract significant betting interest, particularly in Europe and Asia. F1 races often have multiple betting markets, including race winner, podium finishers, and head-to-head matchups.
• Global Reach: F1's international appeal spans across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, where large betting markets exist, especially in countries like the UK, Germany, and Singapore.

11. The Ashes (Cricket)

• Betting Volume: The Ashes series, a cricket rivalry between England and Australia, is one of the most popular and bet-on events in the cricket world. Given the prominence of cricket in these countries, betting volumes are considerable during the series.
• Global Reach: While most of the betting comes from the UK, Australia, and parts of South Asia (especially India), cricket's global following ensures significant betting volume.

12. E-Sports (Major Tournaments)

• Betting Volume: E-sports has surged in popularity in recent years, with major tournaments like League of Legends World Championship, The International (Dota 2), and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive events attracting millions of viewers and significant betting volumes, particularly from younger demographics.
• Global Reach: E-sports has a massive global fanbase, with high levels of engagement in North America, Europe, China, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.

Other Notable Events:

• The Stanley Cup Final (NHL) - Popular in Canada and the U.S.
• The Masters (Golf) - One of the most prestigious golf events, with substantial betting interest.
• The Tour de France (Cycling) - A major betting event, especially in Europe.

Overall, sports betting volume is driven by the size of the audience, the level of global interest, and the frequency of the events. Global tournaments like the World Cup and the Olympics often lead in overall betting, while certain domestic events like the Super Bowl, Kentucky Derby, and March Madness are extremely popular in their respective countries.

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