Straight flush leads to $124K jackpot at Strip casino

Ofir Hantis, right, poses after winning a $124,975 jackpot at Harrah's on Thursday, Aug 19, 2021. (Caesars Entertainment)

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A visitor from Israel celebrated a vacation with a progressive jackpot on three card poker at Harrah’s on Thursday night.

Ofir Hantis, a student from Tel Aviv, had a straight flush for a $124,975 win.

He and his girlfriend were in town on vacation, and the couple said they plan to use the winnings to enjoy more vacations together.

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