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Sports betting winnings are considered taxable income according to Section 61 of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Who
Sports bettors, U.S. federal government, state tax authorities, CFTC
What
Sports betting winnings are considered taxable income according to Section 61 of the Internal Revenue Code.
When
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:49:56 GMT · 2h 9m ago
Where
United States ·
Why
Many bettors are unaware of the unique tax consequences when gambling on sports that can leave many bettors with a large tax bill at the end of the year.
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How this affects you

Bettors face federal and state tax liabilities on winnings, with limited ability to deduct losses, potentially increasing their net tax burden, while prediction markets offer alternative tax treatment.

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  1. Markets2h 9m ago
    U.S. federal and state tax laws dictate that 2026 World Cup sports betting winnings are taxable income, with specific rules for loss deductions and reporting requirements.
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    Sports betting winnings are considered taxable income according to Section 61 of the Internal Revenue Code.

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