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Biggest Sports Betting Wins — Tuesday, May 26, 2026

3 notable wins | Total payouts: $21,600 | Total taxes: $5,754

$21,600
Total Payouts
$5,754
Total Taxes
26.6%
Avg Tax Rate
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NHL6-Leg Parlay
$20,010
from $15 wager

6-leg parlay on Kraken vs Canucks — $15 turned into $20,010

Source: X/Twitter
Tax Breakdown (Arizona)
Net Profit
$19,995
Federal Tax (24%)
-$4,799
State Tax
-$500
Take-Home
$14,696

OBBBA Note: If this bettor had $19,995 in losses elsewhere, they'd still owe $480 in 'phantom income' tax under 2026 OBBBA rules.

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NFL5-Leg SGP
$1,465
from $5 wager

5-leg SGP on Eagles vs Cowboys — $5 turned into $1,465

Source: Reddit
Tax Breakdown (Illinois)
Net Profit
$1,460
Federal Tax (24%)
-$350
State Tax
-$72
Take-Home
$1,038
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MLBStraight Bet
$125
from $25 wager

moneyline bet on Cubs vs Cardinals — $25 turned into $125

Source: Reddit
Tax Breakdown (California)
Net Profit
$100
Federal Tax (24%)
-$24
State Tax
-$9
Take-Home
$67