Online sports betting revenue in New York rose 34% in May, while handle increased 45%, according to reported state market figures. Revenue reached $203.3m on handle exceeding $1.9bn; FanDuel led revenue with $88m, while DraftKings recorded the largest handle at $812m.
New York’s rising revenue and handle, alongside differing operator leaders, show where sportsbook performance is concentrated.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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New York’s eight mobile sportsbooks reportedly took a record $2.79bn in wagers in October. The handle rose 6% year on year.
New York's eight mobile sportsbooks reportedly took a record $2.79bn in wagers in October, up 6% year on year.
New York mobile sportsbooks reported $2.40 billion in handle for September, reportedly up 5% from the previous period. FanDuel led the market, according to the report.
New York's mobile sportsbooks reported handle of $2.40bn for September, a 5% increase on the previous period, with FanDuel leading the market.
Iowa's licensed casinos and sports wagering operators generated more than $30m in state tax revenue for May 2026, according to figures provided to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission. Casino revenue rose 1.78% year on year to $152.15m, while sports wagering revenue increased 3.62% to $20.8m.
The Ohio Casino Control Commission has warned sports gaming licensees that offering sporting event contracts in Ohio could affect their continued suitability to hold licences. In a letter signed by executive director Matthew Schuler, the commission said it would consider operators’ direct or indirect involvement with such markets when reviewing licence status.
Ohio sportsbooks generated $88.8m in taxable revenue in May, reportedly up 31.7% from a year earlier, while the state’s four retail casinos took in $91.6m, up 8.4%. Sportsbooks handled $741.3m in wagers, and FanDuel led operators by handle with $251.3m, according to the report.