John Oliver mocks Oregon's obsession with sports betting

In a recent episode of "Last Week Tonight," John Oliver humorously highlighted the growing trend of sports betting in Oregon. He focused on the unusual popularity of betting on table tennis matches in the state. Oliver discussed how sports betting has evolved with the rise of apps and advertisements. He noted that people can now gamble on various events from the comfort of their homes, making it a massive industry. This shift has changed how many perceive sports betting. A segment of the show featured a local news report. The report revealed that Oregonians had wagered $57 million on table tennis, making it one of the top sports for gamblers in the state. It even mentioned an eye-catching bet of $35,000 on a match in Poland between two lesser-known players. During the show, an expert compared this kind of betting to “the crack cocaine of sports gambling,” which got laughs from the audience. Oliver remarked that this kind of comment is never a good sign, emphasizing the unusual nature of the bets being placed.