Gambler hits $271K jackpot on table game at Strip casino

A gambler hit the Mega Progressive on Three Card Poker to win a $271,889 jackpot at the Flamingo on Thursday night. (Flamingo/Twitter)

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By Damon Seiters / Las Vegas Review-Journal

July 23, 2021 - 2:13 pm

Thursday was a lucky night for one gambler at a Las Vegas Strip casino.

The person, who was not identified, hit the Mega Progressive on Three Card Poker to win a $271,889 jackpot at the Flamingo, according to a post by the casino on Twitter.

The tweet said that the winner was a member of the Caesars Rewards program.

We had a lucky @Caesars_Rewards guest hit the Mega Progressive on Three Card Poker last night for $271,889, #Congrats on a FAB WIN! 😍 🤑 #4EverFabulous

Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 800-522-4700. pic.twitter.com/0V5tslTHKJ

— Flamingo Las Vegas (@FlamingoVegas) July 23, 2021

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