- The number of transactions rose by 7.0%*
- There was a 16.4% spike in the total value of transactions*
- The average transaction value increased by 8.9%*
Alan Watson, Vice President Gambling, eCommerce at Worldpay said:
“This was a thrilling match with two teams desperate to complete a rare triple following their respective domestic league and cup wins. It was also a really busy day for Britain’s bookies with punters betting on both the Derby and the big game, on what would otherwise have been a quiet Saturday. There’s no doubt that smartphones and tablets have played a big role in this, providing the speed and accessibility expected by modern consumers and enabling them to place their bets while enjoying the build-up to the game.”
*Compared to an average Saturday in the weeks leading up to the final