Guy bets his life savings on a single roulette spin
- Thread starter MadJack
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Ashley Revell, a daring gambler, became the center of attention with his audacious bet in 2004. Revell, from England, decided to risk everything he owned on a single spin of the roulette wheel in Las Vegas. Selling all his possessions, including his car, clothes, and even a watch, he raised an impressive sum of $135,300. With the amassed cash, Revell headed to the Plaza Hotel & Casino, where he placed the entire amount on red during a televised event. The intense moment drew a crowd as the roulette wheel spun, determining Revell's fate. Fortunately for him, the ball landed on Red 7, securing his victory. Revell doubled his money in an instant, leaving the casino with $270,600. His bold gamble not only brought financial success but also garnered widespread media attention, turning him into a symbol of high-stakes risk-taking in the world of gambling.
I bet my entire life savings on red at the roulette table and won
Ashley Revell was just 32 when he travelled from London to Las Vegas to gamble his life savings on red. Nearly 20 years after he won, FEMAIL charts his life after the amazing gamble paid off.
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