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Dying punter got pals £20k win on 150/1 Grand National horse

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Dying punter got pals £20k win on 150/1 Grand National horse

Dying punter got his family £20k win on 150/1 Grand National horse. Danny Shea had been diagnosed with terminal cancer and he knew he wouldn't live to see the 2009 Grand Nats. He placed a bet on Mon Mome at 150-1. Mon mome won and Shea left £ 20,310 for his wife Pat and 11 family and friends. He will give the money to his grandchildren and nephews and nieces.

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