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Kentucky commission reports $181.4m in May sports betting handle

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The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission reported $181.4 million in sports betting handle for May, including $175.5 million online and $5.8 million at retail venues. Total adjusted gross revenue was about $21.2 million, and the state received almost $3 million in excise tax; FanDuel led revenue with $9.5 million, while DraftKings recorded the highest handle at $69.9 million.

Kentucky’s handle, revenue and tax figures help operators compare online and retail activity and identify leading sportsbook results.

End-of-day close DraftKings (DKNG), USD, to 26 August 2024
Story date28 May 202426 August 2024

Latest reported results

DraftKings NASDAQ: DKNG

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 1.33bn10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041
Operating income
−USD 493.1m10-Q filing 0001883685-26-000041

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