UFC president Dana White wins $1.2 million in Vegas casino session

UFC president Dana White pocketed a $1.2 million win at the baccarat tables of Fontainebleau Las Vegas just before the UFC 317 event, according to footage posted online and confirmed by a source close to White.

The high-stakes gambling session, which took place during International Fight Week, was captured in a video blog by former NFL player and podcast host Taylor Lewan. The clip shows White wagering $300,000 per hand with his son Aidan seated next to him.

White says in the video that he's leaving the table up more than $1 million, as cheers erupt from onlookers, including friends and entourage members. A source confirmed to local media that the video was filmed the night before UFC 317 on June 28.

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Lewan, who has been chronicling his casino experiences online, said he walked away with $950,000 in profits across two days of baccarat and roulette - much of it earned under White’s watch.

White’s win adds to his long-documented reputation for gambling in Las Vegas. Known for both major victories and multimillion-dollar losses, the UFC chief has openly embraced the volatility of casino play. Some properties in the past have reportedly banned him due to his consistent winnings.

White, who also created the slap-fighting league Power Slap in 2022, has made headlines both inside and outside the ring. Power Slap, sanctioned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, features competitors trading open-hand blows under regulated rules and has quickly become the top slap-fighting promotion in the U.S.