This archive report was first published on 30 August 2019.
On August 30, 2019, a remarkable story of luck and skill unfolded in the world of sports betting. Wycliffe Otieno Omondi, a 25-year-old supermarket cashier from Migori County, won a staggering Sh682,392 after placing a Sh100 bet.
What made Omondi's win even more impressive was that he correctly predicted the outcome of 16 games, a feat that few can achieve. When asked about his win, Omondi attributed it to his consistent efforts in placing bets, saying, “I had been winning small amounts from different bets I had been placing but this time round I won big after correctly predicting the outcome of 16 games.”
With his newfound wealth, Omondi has ambitious plans to give back to his community. He intends to build a house for his father and open a small football viewing business where soccer fans can enjoy watching their favorite teams at home. As he received the cheque, Omondi beamed with joy, saying, “I will build my father a house with my winnings and also open up a small football viewing business where soccer fans will get to enjoy watching the beautiful sport of football at home.”
