“A normal day sees $250,000 to $300,000 wagered on sports across the three casinos,” he said. March can be counted on to produce “a record month for sports wagers in Arkansas,” Hardin said. Arkansas is an 8.5-point underdog, according to DraftKings Arkansas Sportsbook. 1 seed Gonzaga on Thursday in a Sweet 16 matchup. Known locally as the Hogs, the university’s team faces overall No. In addition to Oaklawn, Arkansas is home to Southland Casino Racing in West Memphis and Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff.ĭuring March, the Razorbacks have been successful in the men’s NCAA basketball tournament. Hardin noted that March is expected to generate heavy sports betting at the state’s three casinos.

March Madness Wagering Expected to Be Strong

However, nothing indicates any wrongdoing, he said. Hardin said a continued steep drop over the next few months would be “cause for concern.” We anticipate February was simply a unique month for Oaklawn's sportsbook.” While February had the Super Bowl, it also included high-profile Razorback basketball games. “We understand the volatility of sports wagering. “While Oaklawn's sportsbook win for the month of February is significantly less than previous months, it is in no way a cause for concern,” Hardin said. In each of Arkansas’ three casinos, Hardin said a Racing Commission representative closely monitors day-to-day play, including sports wagering.įebruary was a busy sports wagering month, including bets placed on the NFL’s Super Bowl and University of Arkansas Razorback basketball games.

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