Man wins nearly $2 million placing $5 side bet at Las Vegas casino

A Connecticut man, Joseph Nardello, won nearly $2 million from a $5 side bet while playing Three Card Poker at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas. His royal flush in spades activated the Millionaire Progressive jackpot, which has created 14 millionaires since its inception in 2018. The progressive game is available on multiple table games across the Venetian and Palazzo casinos.