FanDuel says typical bettor loses $63 a month, not millions
The pushback follows Sen. Richard Blumenthal’s demand for answers on FanDuel’s athlete-video VIP perks.
The hit
FanDuel says the median bet on its platform is just $5, according to a new Fast Facts page the sportsbook has published. The company, which holds roughly 44% of the US sports betting market, says the typical bettor loses $63 a month.
Why it matters
The data lands as FanDuel fights criticism that it targets losing bettors with VIP perks, including a Cameo video from Bryce Harper sent to a problem gambler who allegedly lost $1.5 million. Sen. Richard Blumenthal has demanded disclosures on the VIP programme. FanDuel’s median figures aim to show most bettors wager small & infrequently, shifting focus from high-stakes outliers that draw regulatory attention.
The record
| Median FanDuel bet size | $5 (FanDuel Fast Facts page) |
|---|---|
| Median monthly loss per sports bettor | $63 (FanDuel Fast Facts page) |
| Personalised athlete/celebrity videos sent | Approximately 30 over two years (FanDuel, to Sen. Blumenthal) |
| US adults betting on pro sports | Down from 22% in 1989 to 7% in 2026 (Gallup, cited by FanDuel) |
What happens next
Sen. Blumenthal is pressing FanDuel for further disclosure on its VIP programme. Watch for FanDuel’s formal response & whether Cambridge University’s cited betting-frequency research faces independent scrutiny.
Sources: FanDuel Push Backs on High-Roller Image: Median Bet Is Just $5
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