Punter

Punter is a term used mainly in the UK and Australia to refer to a bettor or gambler who places wagers on sports or other events.

Punters can range from casual bettors who place occasional bets for fun to professional bettors who use analysis and strategy to find value bets. The term is commonly used in horse racing, football betting, and sports betting in general.

For example, a bookmaker might say, "The punters are backing Team A heavily today," meaning many bettors are placing money on that selection.