The huge win marks the largest ever in U.S. online casino history.
One lucky DraftKings Casino user had their Thanksgiving dinner plans, and perhaps more notably, their entire life, changed forever on Wednesday morning.
The unnamed individual is based in Michigan and won an historic $22.4 million.
The Jackpot represents the largest ever win in U.S. online casino history.
“Setting another record for the largest U.S. online casino jackpot is a major moment – and it speaks to the incredible experiences we’re creating for our customers,” said Christian Bogstrand, executive vice president and general manager of iGaming at DraftKings.
The incredible win, which passed a previous record set by DraftKings in February, also in the state of Michigan, was perhaps most incredibly won on a $0.20 bet on Huff N’ Even More Puff, the minimum eligible bet.
“Topping $22 million is a milestone we’re proud of, and it reinforces our commitment to delivering a best-in-class gaming experience,” Bogstrand added. “Congrats to the winner!”
🚨 JACKPOT HISTORY HAS JUST BEEN MADE 🚨
A DraftKings Casino player in Michigan won $22.4 million with a $0.20 wager – making it the largest online casino jackpot in U.S. history!
The unnamed Michigander’s jackpot, of whom little details are available at this time, more than doubles the previous record-setting February win, which came in at a relatively paltry, yet still remarkably life-changing, $9.28 million.
As for bettors looking to cash in quickly and see if they can catch the lucky winner’s good karma, the re-seed value for the jackpot was set at $5.7 million following the win.
Launched back in 2018, DraftKings Casino is available in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia in the United States. In Canada, the provider is only available in Ontario, serving its customers with a “regulated and engaging gaming experience.”
The retailer has given away more than 100 progressive Jackpots totaling more than $1 million.
Jori Negin-Shecter is a sports writer and podcast host, with previous work featured in publications including Sportsnet.ca, Yahoo Sports Canada, and the Nation Network. In addition to joining Covers in 2024 as a contributor, Jori also works as an Associate Producer on Sportsnet Central, and co-hosts the Bird’s Eye View Podcast, a show focused on the Toronto Blue Jays.
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