Oxfam have their hopes pinned on Roger Federer to win Wimbledon, to yield over 100 000.
An avid sports fan bet on a series of Federer involved wins, and having recently passed, willed the bets to the charity.
Oxfam have so far earned other significant amounts on some of the bets, and face a potential windfall of 101 840 if he can take the Wimbledon title before 2020.
In this instance gambling on Roger Federer has had a positive outcome for Oxfam UK, however, gambling can be an addiction for some, and those who suffer from the addiction should seek advice or help.