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$197K table game win leads jackpot parade on, off Strip

Three people won major jackpots at Caesars Entertainment properties over the weekend, totaling $466,757.

On Saturday, Brian Rodriguez hit a mega jackpot on Blazing 7’s for $197,117.14 at Bally’s, according to a news release.

Rodriguez was in town with friends visiting from Newburgh, New York. He said he would donate a portion to charity, spend some of it on himself, and put the rest toward investments and savings.

Also Saturday, a player hit a straight flush on Three Card Poker at Rio for $96,361.

At Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, a player turned a royal flush on Ultimate Texas Hold’Em into a $173,279.05 payout. The guest frequents the lakeside property and was in town to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary and a sibling’s birthday. With the winnings, they plan to buy a new car and renovate their backyard.

Winners across the Las Vegas Valley

Aliante

More than $50,000 was paid out to four lucky players.

Cannery

Cris won an $11,030 jackpot while playing Lightning Link.

Green Valley Ranch

A slots player turned a $2.50 bet into a $15,333 jackpot.

Suncoast

Hitting 9 for 10 spots earned a video keno player $36,000.

Sunset Station

A $25 wager helped one player earn $20,000 after a royal flush hit.

Contact Tony Garcia at tgarcia@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0307. Follow @TonyGLVNews on Twitter.

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