Amazing Stories of Casino Gambling Success
Stories of ordinary people winning extravagant sums of money at the casinos never fail to amuse and amaze us. These stories serve not only as a strong testament to the power of luck (not to mention skill) but also as an inspiration for many gamblers to continue playing and gambling in casinos all over the world.
Joseph Jaggers, a British engineer, found a bizarre way to win in roulette in 1873. After studying the roulette wheels at the Monte Carlo casino, Jaggers came up with numbers that frequently come up on one of the wheels. He went on to win $450,000 until the casino modified the wheel.
In 1980, William Lee Bergstrom, also known as the Suitcase Man, won more than $1.5 million in craps. Bergstrom arrived at Binion's Horseshoe and asked if he can bet $1 million at the craps table. However, he was able to come up with only $777,000 and proceeded to bet all his money on the Don't Pass line.
Bergstrom was so confident of winning that he brought another suitcase for his expected winnings. The shooter went on to "seven out" in three dice throws and Bergstrom left the casino an instant millionaire.
Archie Karas, a Greek immigrant, earned a place in gambling history by winning more than $17 million during "the Run" at the Las Vegas casinos. Karas arrived in Las Vegas in 1992 and borrowed $10,000 to play at the poker tables. He immediately recovered his investment, repaid his debt, then won $1 million in poker.
Karas then went to Binion's and for a period of six months beat everyone at the poker tables. Then he headed to the craps table, winning game after game. By the time his amazing winning streak ended, Karas was $17 million richer.
In 1995, media magnate Kerry Packer was said to have won $25 million at the blackjack tables at the MGM Grand casino. Packer was playing 6-8 hands simultaneously at more than $200,000 per hand until he made $30 million, then lost $5 million to settle at $25 million. Upon leaving the casino premises, Packer tipped 40 casino employees $2,500 each.
Howard Stern in 2001 offered to bet $1 million on a single blackjack hand as a publicity stunt. The casinos didn't bite and the bet was reduced to $100,000. Stern won the bet and the proceeds went to charity.
Hustler Magazine publisher Larry Flynt reportedly lost $2 million to Amarillo Slim and $5 million to Stu Ungar in separate poker matches. On good days, however, Flynt was said to be an excellent poker player.
These stories are real events of both famous and ordinary people winning extraordinary sums at the casinos. These stories should hopefully motivate you to win and succeed in your gambling endeavors. Good luck!
