Having launched legal sports betting right before the COVID shutdowns of 2020, Illinois quickly adjusted its rules around mobile registration to become a true Monster of the Midway in the sports wagering sector.
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After legalizing sports betting in 2020, Illinois accepted its first in-person sport wager in March 2020 -- the same month that the COVID-19 pandemic caused brick-and-mortar businesses around the country to shut down.
Ever resilient, the Land of Lincoln quickly adjusted its rules around mobile betting registration to become a true Monster of the Midway in the sports wagering sector. The state now routinely handles north of $1 billion in sports bets to rank among the leaders nationwide.
Wagering on college sports is somewhat limited relative to other states, but the multitude of Chicago pro sports franchises and Illinoisans' passion for athletic competitions in general more than make up for any regulatory roadblocks. This explains why sportsbook operators big and small have flags firmly planted in Illinois, offering bettors a buffet of options.
Current Sportsbooks
9Grand Victoria Casino: 250 S. Grove Ave, Elgin IL 60120
Harrah's Metropolis: 100 East Front Street, Metropolis, IL 62960
Club Hawthorne: 13148 Rivercrest Dr, Crestwood, IL 60418
Crazy Pour Sports Bar: 105 E North Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181
Hawthorne Race Course: 3501 S. Laramie Ave., Stickney, IL 60804
Players Pub & Grill: 1250 River Rd, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing: 9301 Collinsville Road, Collinsville, IL 62234
Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino: 21 Blackjack Boulevard, East Peoria, IL 61611
DraftKings at Casino Queen: 200 Front Street, E. St. Louis, Illinois 62201
DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field: 1012 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613
Mobile Sportsbook
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