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Las Vegas Sees Lowest Super Bowl Handle in a Decade

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Publish Date: Feb 09, 2026

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The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) released official Super Bowl 60 sports betting figures late Monday.

Over $133.81 million was wagered in the state's 186 sports books on Sunday's Super Bowl as the Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots, 29-13, marking the lowest handle for The Big Game in 10 years.

It eclipsed the previous low of $136.09 million (9.2% hold) in 2021 as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers trounced the Kansas City Chiefs, 31-9.

"Unaudited figures show a sports book win of $9,892,055 was recorded on wagers totaling $133,813,230. This resulted in a hold percentage of 7.4%," said NGCB Chairman Mike Dreitzer in a news release.

In the last 10 years, the highest wagered in the state was $190.02 million (5.9% hold) in 2024 as the Kansas City Chiefs edged the San Francisco 49ers, 25-22, where Las Vegas was the host.

Last year, the state wagered $151.61 million (14.6% hold) as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Chiefs, 40-22.

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SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 02: The Vince Lombardi Trophy is framed by the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots helmets during Super Bowl LX Opening Night at San Jose McEnery Convention Center on February 02, 2026 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Vegas Struggles Continue

The latest sports wagering figures on football's biggest stage is more evidence that Las Vegas struggles are continuing from last year.

About 38.5 million visitors came to Las Vegas last year, down about 7.5% from 41 million who visited in 2024. Costs have also skyrocketed over many categories from hotel stays, resort fees, food, drinks, etc.

This year's matchup some would say did not have the firepower and top recognizable players as in years past and when the game does not have a touchdown until the second half, these all are contributing factors.

Super Bowl 61 will be played at SoFi Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers, and will be televised by ESPN/ABC.

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