George Cottrell has a history of placing high-stakes wagers. It emerged last year that he has acted as the frontman for Tony Bloom’s betting syndicates.

The source of funds for a bet of almost $9 million on Donald Trump to win the 2024 election is now under increased scrutiny. Shortly after joining Polymarket in October, George Cottrell made the significant wager, sparking interest and questions about the origin of the funds used.