Czechs bet CZK 983 billion on gambling in 2023, up 12.5% year-on-year

Gambling stakes in Czechia reached CZK 983 billion in 2023, marking a 12.5% increase from the previous year. Winnings paid out rose 12.7% to CZK 917.3 billion, while gambling operators paid CZK 21.4 billion in taxes, according to the Financial Administration. Slot machines dominated, accounting for 78.8% of all bets (CZK 774.9 billion). Sports betting followed at CZK 145.2 billion, growing by 10%. Live games saw a 12% rise to CZK 37.6 billion, while lottery bets totaled CZK 25.2 billion. Online gambling continues to expand, particularly in sports betting, where 95.8% of wagers were placed online.