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A London-based gambler has reportedly placed a £200,000 bet on Donald Trump winning the US presidential election, making it one of the largest single political wagers ever recorded by a British bookmaker.

The bet was placed at a major UK betting shop, with the potential payout running into hundreds of thousands of pounds if Trump secures the presidency. Political betting is legal and popular in the United Kingdom, and major elections routinely generate significant wagering volumes.

We see enormous interest in US elections from British bettors. This is one of the largest single political bets we have ever taken.

Bookmaker Spokesperson

The wager highlights the growing intersection of politics and gambling, with betting markets increasingly viewed as an alternative indicator of electoral outcomes. Odds on the election continue to shift as the campaign progresses, attracting both casual punters and high-stakes gamblers alike.