Sports books take a beating

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The Giants' victory over the heavily favored Patriots is 'worst result' ever for a Super Bowl, according to Las Vegas insiders.

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"While many sports betting houses -- from Las Vegas to Antigua -- might be hurting today, there are a ton of New York supporters wearing smiles, thanks to Eli Manning and the Giants' defense.

That's what happens when a heavy underdog wins as the Giants did Sunday, beating the previously unbeaten New England Patriots, 17-14, in the Super Bowl.

"I'm just cashing tickets," said Jay Kornegay, director of the Las Vegas Hilton sports book.

"It was a good day for Vegas, but not a good day for sports books. Early reports have this being the worst Super Bowl results ever."

Although a good number of people who made wagers on the Giants took the safe road and played the double-digit point spread, smart bettors placed money on New York to win."

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