State: New Jersey casinos, tracks win $264M in July after virus reopening
New Jersey’s casinos and horse tracks won $264.5 million in July after reopening amid the coronavirus outbreak, a figure that was down nearly 21% from a year ago, but one the gambling houses will gladly take after months of inactivity.
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Figures released Wednesday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement reflect the first month of resumed operations - albeit at 25% of normal capacity that the casinos and tracks were permitted to undertake.
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Internet gambling revenue more than doubled in July to $87.4 million, and sports betting revenue was $29.5 million, up 65% over July 2019 levels, with sports including baseball, basketball and hockey resuming their seasons.
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By WAYNE PARRY
Associated Press
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