UFC Chief Executive Officer Dana White has claimed victory over the baccarat tables of Fontainebleau by winning a staggering $1.2 million. He was previously at another event at the casino, his very own Power Slap 13 - but the tables suddenly changed and, in a twist of fate, he won big at baccarat, to the spectators' - including his son's - surprise and delight.

Dana White, the outspoken Chief Executive Officer of the UFC and mastermind behind the Power Slap league, walked away with more than just applause after Power Slap 13. On the night of June 27, shortly after hosting the event at Fontainebleau Las Vegas' Cobalt Ballroom, White struck gold at the baccarat table - winning a staggering $1.2 million in just a few hands.

The win came to light during a recent episode of "Bussin' With the Boys," a popular YouTube podcast hosted by former NFL offensive lineman Taylor Lewan. During the show, viewers witnessed White calmly calculating his winnings and celebrating with a booming "Yeah!!!!" alongside Lewan and White's son, Aidan, after sealing the massive payday.

The $300K per hand club

White is not your average casino high-roller. He's in a betting league of his own, wagering sums that few gambling venues can accommodate. Only a handful of Las Vegas casinos allow him to play at his preferred minimum of $300,000 per hand - a demand that most operators shy away from, given White's well-known winning streaks.

The Fontainebleau is now the latest to join that exclusive list, granting White the high-stakes action he craves. Other luxury casinos that have welcomed White's risky bets include Caesars Palace, where he has long been a loyal patron with a $350K per-hand limit, and Bellagio, which ups the ante to $400K per hand.

Big risks, bigger wins - and losses

White's strategy at the baccarat table is simple but bold: bet large, and leave after three consecutive wins. It's a system that has reportedly earned him $26 to $27 million at Caesars Palace in early 2024 alone. But the approach is not without its downsides. The UFC boss has openly admitted to losing $8 million in a single night - a drop in the bucket, perhaps, for someone with an estimated net worth of $600 million.

Despite the enormous risk, White seems unshaken by the volatility. In a previous interview on the 'Full Send' podcast, he even expressed his ultimate gambling dream: to bet $1 million per hand with $30 million in casino credit. "That's my goal in life before I die," he said - though he acknowledged that no casino on earth is likely to meet that demand.

Power slap and power plays

White's recent win came on the heels of a Power Slap event, adding another layer to his multi-faceted Vegas evening. The Fontainebleau, a new luxury resort on the Strip, played host to both the spectacle of competitive slapping and White's post-event gambling spree - showcasing the crossover appeal of White's ventures in both combat sports and casino gaming.

The win not only padded White's already-impressive gambling resume but also highlighted the Fontainebleau's willingness to cater to ultra-high rollers in a city where even the Strip's top venues sometimes draw the line.

A gambling legend in the making

Whether he's in the cage, ringside, or at the baccarat table, Dana White continues to dominate on all fronts. His fearless approach to high-stakes gaming has become part of his larger-than-life persona - one that resonates with fans, gamblers, and sports enthusiasts.

With $1.2 million more in his pocket and another win under his belt, White remains one of the most unpredictable - and successful - gamblers in Las Vegas. For the Fontainebleau, it was a night of unforgettable mixed fortunes: a profitable event followed by a powerful slap from the baccarat table from one of the most memorable figures in gambling and ultimate fighting today.