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Is Sports Betting a Problem for Gen Z Men?

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Sports betting is big among Gen Z men—it adds excitement to the games and a chance to make money, but they know it can come with risks…

TL;DR

  • The majority of Gen Z men are using sports betting apps because they’re easy, fun, and showing up everywhere from social media to streaming
  • Nearly half of young men say sports just aren't as exciting unless there’s a bet on the line
  • Young men are aware of the downsides that come with sports betting, and almost half know someone addicted to it
Seven years ago, sports betting was illegal under federal law—now it’s practically everywhere. In YPulse’s Gen Z Vices trend report, we explored how gambling has exploded with Gen Z, particularly young men. And in our recent Sports and Athletes report, YPulse data backs it up again: 68% of 18-24-year-olds have gambled in some form—whether it’s...

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