Despite the pandemic and all of its issues, there is going to be Summer Olympic Games betting. Last summer, the city of Tokyo was to host the Summer Olympic games but COVID-19 forced postponement. With billions of dollars invested by multiple interested parties, the games must go on. However, Japanese citizens were polled and overwhelmingly opposed to hosting the games this summer. Money talks and the Olympic Games will begin on July 23, lasting through August 8, 2021. Basketball will be one of the most highly wagered sports for the event. The men’s and women’s tournaments command popularity.
Games of the XXXII Olympiad
| Date: | July 23, 2021, through August 8, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Tokyo, Japan |
Odds to Win Most Gold Medals
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| United States | -800 |
| China | +550 |
| Great Britain | +1600 |
| Japan | +1600 |
| Germany | +4000 |
| South Korea | +5000 |
| Australia | +10000 |
| France | +10000 |
| Netherlands | +10000 |
2021 Summer Olympics Overview
Certainly, gamblers will flock to basketball for their sportsbook action. And will be hard to ignore. NBA and WNBA players will be participating. And not just for the United States. Some of the best players in the Association come from Europe. Thus, those players will be representing their own countries. Competitive balance has dramatically improved since the old Dream Team days of dominance by the United States.
Gymnastics draw considerable attention and gambling handle as well. Namely, Simone Biles is a superstar that is launching a major comeback. Biles hasn’t competed since the 2019 world championships, but the GOAT is back for Olympic glory. Biles is the biggest name in the sport and will command high prices on the board.
Basketball Brings Ratings and Dollars
No Summer Olympic sport brings corporate dollars and network TV attention like men’s basketball. San Antonio Spurs legendary coach Gregg Popovich will coach the United States. But teams such as Argentina and Spain are not going to lie down for the Americans. In sum, 2004 was the last time the Americans did not win the gold medal. Three consecutive Olympic gold medals belong to the Americans. The roster isn’t set but will be comprised of elite NBA superstars. With the NBA Playoffs going deep into summer, the roster spots will be fluid.
On the women’s side, the Americans have won the gold medal every year since Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics. The last time the American women failed to win the gold medal was in 1992.
Boxing Offers Potential and Popularity
Yet another sport that will get plenty of gambling action with the Summer Olympics odds is boxing. Some of the greatest pro boxers today began their careers in the Olympic Games.
Uzbekistan brings one of the best teams to the ring for the 2021 summer Olympics. Shakhobidin Zoirov is the favorite in the flyweight division. He is the defending flyweight champion, and gamblers overwhelmingly expect him to repeat. Featherweight Mirazizbek and super heavyweight Bokhodir Jalolov are world champions. Now they are seeking Olympic gold for the first time in their careers.
Above all, Cuba is one of the best nations for Olympic boxing. This year, reigning light-welterweight world champion Andy Cruz is going to draw heavy betting action.
SBG Buffet of Betting Action
Live, individual, team, futures, and props betting will be plentiful for the 2021 Summer Olympic Games. Subsequently, the odds will be frequently updated. Be sure to check back at SBG Global for the latest Summer Olympic Games odds.