Glasgow woman, 34, scoops £30k jackpot at casino
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A MYSTERY woman has scooped £30,000 from £60 at a Glasgow casino.
The businesswoman, 34, struck gold after winning the jackpot at Grosvenor Casino in the Merchant City.
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She took home the cash prize after playing a game of poker.
Speaking about her win the delighted Glasgow local, said: 'I'm absolutely over the moon.
"This has been an amazing experience and an incredible surprise.
"I've always enjoyed my time playing at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City, but this win has made it even more special.'
The lucky winner plans to put her winnings in a savings account.
Casino chief Debbie Johnston commented: 'We are overjoyed for our winner and her spectacular jackpot win.
"The buzz in the casino was incredible when the Royal Flush was revealed.
"It's a testament to the excitement and thrill that our casino offers and we look forward to celebrating many more memorable moments with our guests.'
Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City is located on Glassford Street and offers players a premium gaming and live entertainment experience.
Elsewhere, a gambler put his money where his mouth is - after scooping nearly £60,000 from a £1 wager.
The high roller, 25, chanced his luck on a poker table at Grosvenor Casino Edinburgh Maybury.
In unbelievable scenes, the Edinburgh local bagged a straight flush - a hand with five cards of the same suit in sequence.
The jammy punter - after only 40 minutes - struggled to maintain his poker face as the lucrative hand was picked from the deck.
The jackpot winner said: 'I can't believe my luck. I hadn't even been in the casino for an hour when I decided to place the £1 side bet – a bet that I never would have imagined would turn into over £59,000.'
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