Link: Centenarian wins £25,000 on his birthday | Uk News | News | Telegraph.

Perhaps, barring accidents, longevity is a matter of having something to live for? I salute Mr Holden's spirit and his sense of humour and hope he lives long to enjoy his winnings.

If he gives them to his heirs, he may (depending on his other assets) be gambling again on survival - this time until he is 107.  If he has his health, may I therefore suggest cigarettes, whisky and the usual accompaniments?