$5 Bet Nets $2.2 Million Jackpot at Las Vegas' Venetian Resort

Player wins largest Pai Gow Progressive jackpot in resort's history with a rare seven-card straight flush.

The winning hand consisted of cards 7, 9, 10, Jack, Queen, King, and a Joker as 8, all in clubs.
The $2.2 million jackpot is the largest ever won in the Venetian Resort's history.
Face Up Pai Gow allows players to see the dealer’s cards before making their play.
The anonymous player placed a $5 side bet to win the progressive jackpot.
Pai Gow Poker combines elements of traditional Chinese gaming and modern poker.