- The World Cup became the biggest U.S. sports-betting event ever — operators called it “the equivalent of 10 Super Bowls,” with record handle, wagers and unique bettors.
- Spain’s 1-0 overtime win punished heavy public money on Argentina (0-0 through regulation let books scoop three-way bets), and books also profited in futures.
- Plenty of headline wagers and wild outcomes: Drake reportedly bet $1.5M on Argentina, a $2 parlay turned into a $4,434 cashout, and small-score bets produced dramatic near-misses.
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