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Gambling has been with us since the beginnings of recorded history, dating all the way back to the tombs of King Tutankhamen of ancient Egypt. It has been associated with many different cultures and societies, from the gaming of Rome to that of ancient Greece and Egypt, and has taken many forms throughout the board. Today, gambling is legal in most countries, with some, like the UK, recognizing a form of gambling referred to as sport betting. Even though the term gaming is used to describe a number of different things, the origin of this remains largely unknown.
The history of gambling can be split into four main factors. The first is the introduction of wagering. Wagering has always existed in one form or another, ever since people first began gambling on athletic events. Gambling has been associated with sports gambling for almost as long as there have been sports. The first wagers were placed on the outcomes of athletic events, and