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Daily Record
8 hours ago
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- Daily Record
Lucky Scots dad wins £122k casino jackpot as family prepare to welcome second child
James Taylor Gray was playing blackjack at the Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat when he struck gold turning a £1 bonus chip into an astonishing £122,000 win. A lucky Scots dad has hit the jackpot after winning a staggering £122,000 as his wife prepares to give birth next month. James Taylor Gray was playing blackjack at the Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat when he struck gold. The winning moment came when both James and the dealer revealed an Ace and King of hearts - a remarkable hand that secured the massive jackpot. The city centre casino erupted in celebration as his fellow players cheered the Rutherglen dad on. Thinking he had only won £500, James was stunned to learn the true amount he had scooped. James, 40, said: 'At first, I thought I'd won £500, which was the amount everyone else at the table won because I hit the jackpot. Everyone was cheering, and I couldn't understand why. "The person next to me told me I'd won the jackpot and the rest is a blur. I was in complete shock! I can't really remember what I said apart from 'you're kidding?' when I was told I won.' The stay-at-home dad plans to use his substantial winnings to support his family as they prepare to welcome their second child in July. And a family holiday is also in order while James makes plans to invest a significant portion of the money. Mark McCluskey, general manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat, commented: ' What a win! The atmosphere was electric with the entire casino cheering and celebrating. We are thrilled for James and congratulate him on both his winnings and his family's new addition.' Blackjack is a popular casino game where players aim to have a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without going over. The game is known for its mix of strategy and chance, making wins like James' all the more exhilarating. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Glasgow dad scoops life-changing £122,000 jackpot at local Grosvenor casino
He was thrilled thinking he'd won £500 - so was stunned to learn of the jackpot win. A GLASGOW dad is celebrating a shock life-changing win - having though he'd only won £500! James Taylor Gray from Rutherglen was playing blackjack at Grosvenor's stunning Glasgow Riverboat when landing the ultimate feat with just a £1 bonus chip. 2 Glasgow dad James Taylor Gray collecting his winnings Blackjack - a mix of strategy and chance - is one of the most popular casino games, where players aim to have a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without going over. Gray - a full-time dad - is expecting his second child this summer and is an occasion visitor to the picturesque venue. Both Gray and the dealer at his table revealed an Ace and King of hearts which sparked scenes of celebration from others at his table. Gray was thrilled thinking he'd pocketed £500 and was stunned shortly afterwards in learning he'd bagged the remarkable £122,000 jackpot instead! In winning this jackpot, it was actually a good payday for the other players at his table, who themselves all bagged £500 from the casino for Gray's jackpot hand. 2 The jackpot landed for just £1 on blackjack Credit: Grosvenor Casino He plans to support his family - including his wife who is due next month - as well as book a family holiday and invest a significant portion of the money. He said: "At first, I thought I'd won £500, which was the amount everyone else at the table won because I hit the jackpot. "Everyone was cheering, and I couldn't understand why. The person next to me told me I'd won the jackpot and the rest is a blur! "I was in complete shock! I can't really remember what I said apart from 'you're kidding?' when I was told I won.' Mark McCluskey, General Manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat, commented: 'What a win! "The atmosphere was electric with the entire casino cheering and celebrating. "We are thrilled for James and congratulate him on both his winnings and his family's new addition!' Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – GambleAware – Read our guide on responsible gambling practices. For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Glasgow dad scoops life-changing £122,000 jackpot at local Grosvenor casino
A GLASGOW dad is celebrating a shock life-changing win - having though he'd only won £500! James Taylor Gray from Rutherglen was playing blackjack at Grosvenor's stunning Glasgow Riverboat when landing the ultimate feat with just a £1 bonus chip. 2 Blackjack - a mix of strategy and chance - is one of the most popular casino games, where players aim to have a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without going over. Gray - a full-time dad - is expecting his second child this summer and is an occasion visitor to the picturesque venue. Both Gray and the dealer at his table revealed an Ace and King of hearts which sparked scenes of celebration from others at his table. Gray was thrilled thinking he'd pocketed £500 and was stunned shortly afterwards in learning he'd bagged the remarkable £122,000 jackpot instead! In winning this jackpot, it was actually a good payday for the other players at his table, who themselves all bagged £500 from the casino for Gray's jackpot hand. 2 He plans to support his family - including his wife who is due next month - as well as book a family holiday and invest a significant portion of the money. He said: "At first, I thought I'd won £500, which was the amount everyone else at the table won because I hit the jackpot. "Everyone was cheering, and I couldn't understand why. The person next to me told me I'd won the jackpot and the rest is a blur! "I was in complete shock! I can't really remember what I said apart from 'you're kidding?' when I was told I won.' Mark McCluskey, General Manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat, commented: 'What a win! "The atmosphere was electric with the entire casino cheering and celebrating. "We are thrilled for James and congratulate him on both his winnings and his family's new addition!' Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
Glasgow Times
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Rutherglen full-time dad hits £122 jackpot at Glasgow casino
James Taylor Gray turned a £1 bonus chip into a life-changing sum while playing blackjack at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat. He landed the jackpot after both he and the dealer revealed an ace and a king of hearts—a rare combination that triggered the top prize. READ MORE: Meet the lucky Glasgow couple starting a new chapter after huge lottery win Initially, James believed he had won just £500, the standard payout awarded to other players at the table. He said: 'At first, I thought I'd won £500, which was what everyone else got because I hit the jackpot. 'Everyone was cheering, and I couldn't understand why. "The person next to me told me I'd actually won the jackpot, and the rest is a blur. "I was in complete shock. I can't really remember what I said apart from, 'You're kidding?'' The full-time dad plans to use the windfall to support his growing family, with his wife expecting their second child in July. He also hopes to book a family holiday and invest a large portion of the winnings for the future. READ MORE: Biggest lottery win in UK history available tonight in £208m EuroMillions draw Mark McCluskey, general manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat, said: 'What a win! The atmosphere was electric, with the entire casino cheering and celebrating. "We are absolutely thrilled for James and congratulate him on both his winnings and the upcoming addition to his family.' Blackjack, the game in which James won big, is a casino favourite that blends strategy and chance. Players aim to beat the dealer by getting a hand value as close to 21 as possible without exceeding it.
