"John Murray's Super Bowl Sunday Bliss"
As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIII, Westgate SuperBook director John Murray was bracing himself for what could be a disastrous outcome. With his book offering 500-to-1 odds on "No Touchdown," Murray had a seven-figure risk riding on the game's lack of scoring touchdowns. The pressure was palpable as he shared his concerns with his team, including former SuperBook boss Jay Kornegay.
Murray's anxiety was finally alleviated when Patriots running back Sony Michel scored two yards out, securing New England's 13-3 victory over the Rams. In a tense but ultimately triumphant moment for Murray and his team, they secured a major win on props, with one of their key players later dubbing Murray "Putt Master" due to his exceptional putting skills.
As the newly minted director of the SuperBook, Murray was no stranger to high-stakes events. He had spent years honing his craft under Kornegay's guidance, who had handpicked him from among others as a book manager and then promoted him to executive director. With his impressive track record in sports betting and management, Murray has become synonymous with Super Bowl props.
Beyond the world of professional football, Murray is an avid supporter of Liverpool Football Club, whose brewery-sponsored uniforms he developed an affinity for during a summer stint in England playing rugby. As a self-proclaimed "planner," he's already set his sights on this year's World Cup, where he believes the SuperBook will be poised to capitalize on massive wagers.
For Murray and his team at the Westgate SuperBook, there's no greater thrill than the excitement of Super Bowl Sunday. By offering competitive odds and enticing props, they lure in bettors from across the country, creating a raucous atmosphere that's hard to beat. As one colleague remembered after Murray watched with him during Super Bowl XLII: "It's still the loudest I've ever heard this book – there have been a lot of big moments, but never a roar like that one."
As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIII, Westgate SuperBook director John Murray was bracing himself for what could be a disastrous outcome. With his book offering 500-to-1 odds on "No Touchdown," Murray had a seven-figure risk riding on the game's lack of scoring touchdowns. The pressure was palpable as he shared his concerns with his team, including former SuperBook boss Jay Kornegay.
Murray's anxiety was finally alleviated when Patriots running back Sony Michel scored two yards out, securing New England's 13-3 victory over the Rams. In a tense but ultimately triumphant moment for Murray and his team, they secured a major win on props, with one of their key players later dubbing Murray "Putt Master" due to his exceptional putting skills.
As the newly minted director of the SuperBook, Murray was no stranger to high-stakes events. He had spent years honing his craft under Kornegay's guidance, who had handpicked him from among others as a book manager and then promoted him to executive director. With his impressive track record in sports betting and management, Murray has become synonymous with Super Bowl props.
Beyond the world of professional football, Murray is an avid supporter of Liverpool Football Club, whose brewery-sponsored uniforms he developed an affinity for during a summer stint in England playing rugby. As a self-proclaimed "planner," he's already set his sights on this year's World Cup, where he believes the SuperBook will be poised to capitalize on massive wagers.
For Murray and his team at the Westgate SuperBook, there's no greater thrill than the excitement of Super Bowl Sunday. By offering competitive odds and enticing props, they lure in bettors from across the country, creating a raucous atmosphere that's hard to beat. As one colleague remembered after Murray watched with him during Super Bowl XLII: "It's still the loudest I've ever heard this book – there have been a lot of big moments, but never a roar like that one."