UFC President Dana White`s well-known passion for gambling recently put him in a challenging spot, but he managed to recover, ultimately securing a significant win.
Throughout his tenure as UFC president, Dana White has been remarkably candid about his intense interest in gambling, particularly Blackjack.
His frequent substantial winnings have led to him being barred from multiple Las Vegas casinos in the past.
Despite his considerable personal wealth, White`s associate, Hunter Campbell, has urged him to cease gambling, especially after single-night losses reached up to $3 million.
White`s Rollercoaster Session: From Million-Dollar Loss to Profit
Gambling, by its nature, presents both peaks and troughs, and White himself once famously won $1.1 million in a single minute using an unconventional approach.
While some appreciate White`s openness about his gambling, many fans express frustration over his lavish spending habits, particularly amidst ongoing debates concerning fighter compensation.
Nonetheless, asserting that his personal expenditures are unrelated to fighter pay, White continues to relax by gambling in casinos. He recently navigated his way out of a $1 million deficit.
The Bellagio is White`s preferred casino, where he receives cigars and whiskey upon arrival, setting the tone for his gambling sessions.
During a recent 60 Minutes segment, White was observed wagering $400,000 per hand in baccarat, having revealed that the casino restricted him from playing $1 million hands.
Early into the session, White found himself significantly down, facing a $1.2 million loss.
“I’m a sick, sick guy; that’s the only explanation I can give you,” White remarked.
Remarkably, despite the substantial deficit, White concluded his session with a $700,000 profit, departing the casino with his considerable winnings.
“This is how we do it,” he chuckled, gathering his earnings.
Dana White Discusses New Paramount Broadcast Deal
Earlier this year, the UFC finalized a new broadcast agreement with Paramount, valued at an impressive $7.7 billion.
Commenting on his personal gains from the deal, White stated: “I have a deal here that would make Roger Goodell (NFL commissioner) and every other guy go, ‘Holy s—,’ I got a damn good deal.”
Subsequently, White was questioned about fighter compensation, where he reiterated his defense of the existing pay structure, asserting that the financial benefits would eventually reach the fighters.
