Lucky Scots dad wins £122k casino jackpot as family prepare to welcome second child
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.
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