Man wins bet by living to 100

[Gerk]

Big Daddy QH?

LONDON (April 24) - A British man celebrated his 100th birthday with 25,000 pounds, or $50,000, in winnings on Tuesday after he beat the Bookmakers with a wager that he would live for a century.

Alec Holden, from Epsom, south west of London, had placed a 100 pound bet with Bookmaker William Hill almost 10 years ago that he would live to be 100 years old.

The retired engineer said a daily diet of porridge and playing chess was the key to his longevity -- as was remembering to keep breathing.

"When we started taking these bets, a 100 years old seemed to be an almost mythical landmark and we were prepared to offer massive odds," said Rupert Adams of William Hill.

"But these age wagers are starting to cost us a fortune."

[Jahred]

thanks Skippy

[darealist2]

congrats roy

forgot he was that old

[Gerk]

Originally Posted by Jahred

thanks Skippy

[Chicago RED]

Originally Posted by Gerk

Big Daddy QH?

LONDON (April 24) - A British man celebrated his 100th birthday with 25,000 pounds, or $50,000, in winnings on Tuesday after he beat the Bookmakers with a wager that he would live for a century.

Alec Holden, from Epsom, south west of London, had placed a 100 pound bet with Bookmaker William Hill almost 10 years ago that he would live to be 100 years old.

The retired engineer said a daily diet of porridge and playing chess was the key to his longevity -- as was remembering to keep breathing.

"When we started taking these bets, a 100 years old seemed to be an almost mythical landmark and we were prepared to offer massive odds," said Rupert Adams of William Hill.

"But these age wagers are starting to cost us a fortune."

Great post!

[dave nz]

Funny story I agree

Something people should know Is Williamhill are famous for these kind of "publicity stunts" in most cases they are largely fictitious

[guzzi]

bearz eat blueberriez...