The 2023/2024 English Premier League season will be unforgettable for one lucky ForteBet punter, who turned a UGX 20,000 stake into an incredible 271 million UGX. This monumental win marks one of the most significant payouts in betting history.

The winning ticket (number 3413353821089999) showcased the punter’s exceptional betting acumen, featuring 15 matches: 10 full-time away wins, 3 full-time home wins, and 2 ‘double chance’ bets (1X and X2). The strategic selection included 5 matches with odds over 2.00, 6 matches with odds above 1.50, and a few under 1.50, culminating in a life-changing windfall.

The dramatic victory was confirmed within hours, catapulting the punter into millionaire status. The official cash handover took place at ForteBet’s Kololo head office, where brand ambassador Alex Muhangi presented the substantial prize.

The winner, who chose to stay anonymous, shared his excitement: “I’ve been chasing a win like this for a long time. I’m thrilled it finally happened.” He plans to invest wisely, saying, “I’ll buy some land, build, and invest the rest in my produce trade business.”