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April 19, 2024

Man hits $1 million jackpot at Las Vegas Strip resort

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Steve Marcus

An exterior view of the Venetian in Las Vegas,Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

A gambler at the Venetian won over $1 million Tuesday while playing Ultimate Texas Hold’em, according to a news release.

The player, a guest at the Strip resort, hit the jackpot when he was dealt a royal flush in spades. He had placed a $5 side bet to qualify for the top tier of a progressive jackpot.

The guest chose to remain anonymous, according to the release.