Three Popular Global Annual Betting Events

Having a flutter is something that millions of people around the world like to do, whether that is on the lottery, a particular sport, or even a novelty market such as the weather.

There are some events which attract a huge amount of betting turnover each year. Here is a look at those in more detail and why they prove to be so popular.

1. Grand National

The Grand National is the most famous steeplechase anywhere in the world. It takes place at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool in the UK in early April and is watched by millions on television.

The race has been going since 1839 and it remains a big event in British culture. Many that place a bet on the contest only take part in betting once a year. They enjoy betting on this race along with friends and family.

Unlike many other horse races around the world, the Grand National includes 40 horses. This ensures that the odds are attractive on the majority of the runners. There have been several big-priced winners since 2000, including Mon Mome who was +1000 when he prevailed in 2009.

2. Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is considered as the ‘Greatest Show on Turf’. It is so much more than just a match between the AFC Conference and NFC Conference winners. Fans of the sport like to throw parties on the day, the adverts around the game are a big talking point, while they also love to have a bet to make it even more interesting.

The Kansas City Chiefs lifted the Vince Lombardi Trophy in February following a 31-20 victory over the San Francisco 49ers at Super Bowl LIV. The Chiefs start the 2020 NFL season as the +650 favorites in the Super Bowl betting to defend their crown.

3. Champions League Final

The Champions League final is the biggest and most prestigious game in European club football (or soccer, in the US). All the biggest teams from across Europe participate in the competition, bidding to lift the trophy at the end of the season.

In 2019, the final consisted of two English clubs as Liverpool defeated Tottenham 2-0 in Madrid. It was a step further for Liverpool who were beaten in the final by Real Madrid 12 months earlier.

Given the clubs and players are recognizable by football fans, many like to place a bet on the match result, first goalscorer, and other outcomes in this game. 

In this season’s competition, Bayern Munich are amongst the frontrunners for the trophy. The German side are -5000 in the football betting to win the Bundesliga title once again. If they can add the Champions League to that championship, it will be a hugely successful season for the club.

The venue for the Champions League final is different each year. A bidding process takes place for the right to host the game. This year’s final is set to take place in Istanbul. 

If you are a regular bettor on the above three events or if you decide to give one of them a go for the first time over the next 12 months, the most important thing is to enjoy yourself, which should not be hard to do considering the quality of the events listed above.