13 Impressive Feats of Beginner's Luck

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13 Impressive Feats of Beginner's Luck

Welcome to our list of 13 people who succeeded beyond all odds on their first try at something. We’ve all heard the phrase “practise makes perfect”, but these remarkable individuals prove that sometimes, luck is all you need. From mathematicians to grandmothers, these stories are sure to inspire. 

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We’ve included stories of people who succeeded in unexpected ways, too. Take Ferdinand Demara, for example. He managed to help all the Korean War casualties on board a Royal Canadian Navy Destroyer, even though he had no medical knowledge. Or Scott Foster, a 36-year-old accountant who was unexpectedly called up to play in the NHL and managed to save every shot he faced in his debut game.

And last but not least, we’ve included the story of Juliette Lamour, an 18-year-old who made history by becoming the youngest Canadian to ever win a massive $35.8 million lottery jackpot on her first try.

So, without further ado, let’s get to the list! Here are 13 people who succeeded beyond all odds on their first try at something. Enjoy.

Imposter saves the day.

CRACKED PERFORMING INVASIVE SURGERY, ON A WHIM Ferdinand Demara, a con man, managed to medically treat all the Korean War casualties aboard a Canadian Navy Destroyer while posing as a surgeon. Не hastily studied a medical textbook, which was apparently enough to successfully perform a major chest surgery.

Time / Independent 

Rookie Team Takes on Big Project.

CRACKED GOLDENEYE 007 A small team of nine people created GoldenEye 007, and eight of them had never made a game before. Somehow, they managed to make one of the most beloved video games ever.

Uproxx / Polygon 

Grandma wins big at craps - literally.

CRACKED BEATING THE HOUSE Patricia Demauro, a grandmother from New Jersey, was incredibly lucky when she played craps at Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa. She rolled a pair of dice 154 times in a row without getting a seven, which is a 1 in 1.56 trillion chance.

Time 

Lucky 18-year-old strikes it rich.

WINNING THE CRACKED JACKPOT At just 18 years old, Juliette Lamour from Canada has made history by becoming the youngest Canadian to ever win a massive $35.8 million lottery jackpot on her first try. I still can't believe I hit the Gold Ball jackpot on my very first lottery ticket! she said. TTO 649 LOTTO GOLD BALL 9 MILLION $ 48 Juliette L. of Sault Ste. Marie DAY - THE Decem ONTARIO LOTTERY AND GLAMING CORPORATION DONATURE February . 2022 Date

BBC 

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