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Houston – Jim McIngvale, or Mattress Mack, is taking home nearly $75 million after wagering $10 million on the Houston Astros winning the 2022 World Series.
McIngvale is no stranger to large sports wagers. He’s taken home large payouts or lost quite a bit. However, he hit the jackpot with his latest World Series wager.
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According to the Associated Press, Mack placed one of his bets back in May. A $3 million wager with Caesars Sportbooks with 10-to-1 odds. The payout? $30 million, the largest in a single legal sports bet in U.S. history, according to the AP.
Mattress Mack has made it clear that he rides for the Astros and his loyalty paid off this year.
Just head to his Twitter page to see what $75 million looks like!
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