Pay if you don’t want to run into problems, because if you fail to do so, you might end up paying even more with penalties, and that’s something none of us want to deal with. The issue is the government makes it all too complicated. Gambling is supposed to be entertainment, but filing taxes feels like a chore, and one mistake could already lead to penalties.

I guess it’s smarter for some to just gamble with overseas or even illegal casinos, where there’s no tax and you can keep more of your winnings. But always consider how strict the law enforcement is in your country, so you’ll know the right way to go about it.