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$534K table game progressive jackpot won at Strip resort

The hand that won more than $534,000 in an Ultimate Texas Hold'em wager on Saturday, March 30, 2024. (The Venetian)

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By Marvin Clemons / Las Vegas Review-Journal

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Updated April 4, 2024 - 7:33 pm

An unidentified guest at The Venetian was dealt a heart royal flush Saturday while playing Ultimate Texas Hold’em and won the major tier of the Millionaire Progressive jackpot.

The guest made a $5 side bet making them eligible to win the mega tier of the resort’s Millionaire Progressive for $534,028.

No other details were available.

Contact Marvin Clemons at mclemons@reviewjournal.com.

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