However, looking at sports betting history, the most fascinating and famous sports bet ever placed is arguably Mick Gibbs’ 15-leg parlay in 2001.The Ultimate 30p BetThe Bettor: Mick Gibbs, a roofer from Staffordshire, England.The Stake: Just 30 pence (around $0.43 USD at the time).The Odds: 1,666,666-to-1.The Payout: £500,000.The 15-Leg JourneyGibbs correctly predicted the champions of 15 different European football leagues and cricket tournaments.14 Perfect Picks: He nailed the winners of the top four English football divisions, the Scottish Premier League, and several rugby/cricket champions.The Final Leg: The entire bet came down to the 2001 UEFA Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Valencia.The Drama: The match went to a tense penalty shootout. Oliver Kahn saved Pellegrino's penalty, securing the win for Bayern Munich and making Gibbs a half-millionaire.