Key takeaways:
- An estimated 50.4 million adults in the US are expected to wager a record $16 billion on this year’s Super Bowl.
- Seven female pilots from the U.S. Navy will perform a flyover to commemorate the 50th anniversary of women being allowed to become Navy pilots.
- 20% of the population will be betting on the Super Bowl, with money being wagered online, at casinos, with a bookie, or casually with friends.
This year’s Super Bowl is set to be the most bet on in history, with an estimated 50.4 million adults in the US expected to wager a record $16 billion. This is a 61% increase from last year, due in part to the legalization of sports gambling in four states since last year’s Super Bowl.
The game will also be marked by a historic first, with seven female pilots from the U.S. Navy performing a flyover to commemorate the 50th anniversary of women being allowed to become Navy pilots.
The American Gaming Association survey found that 20% of the population will be betting on the Super Bowl, with money being wagered online, at casinos, with a bookie, or casually with friends.
The seven female pilots, who are part of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, will be flying in formation over State Farm Stadium in Arizona just before kickoff. Lt. Cmdr. Christine Dente, one of the pilots, told CBS News that she is feeling a mix of excitement and nerves.
The Super Bowl is one of the most watched events of the year, and this year’s game is sure to be even more exciting with the addition of the historic flyover and record-breaking betting.
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