99% of People Get This Wrong: The Ultimate Cup and Ball Trick from Sydney

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Prepare to be amazed by an incredible sleight-of-hand performance that has captivated audiences worldwide. In a video titled "99% of People Get This Wrong!" a skilled magician from Sydney demonstrates a classic cup and ball trick that leaves viewers in awe.

The video begins with the magician covering up a ball and shuffling three cups labeled A, B, and C. He confidently challenges the audience to guess under which cup the ball is hidden, with a tantalizing prize of $50 at stake. A participant from the crowd, George, steps up to the challenge.

The magician's swift hands and sharp wit are on full display as he keeps the audience guessing. At one point, George correctly identifies cup C, winning the round. The magician congratulates him but reveals that there were more balls hidden under the cups than initially thought, showcasing his impressive crowd work skills.

Commenters on the video are equally impressed by the magician's talent. One user notes, "His sleight of hand is very good, but I'm almost more impressed by his crowd work. He's quick no matter what they say." Another adds, "It looks like there's a small slit in the cloth, is that where balls and orange come from? He's excellent at it either way."

The magician's quick thinking is further highlighted when he continues to baffle George by adding and removing balls from under the cups. With each reveal, the crowd's amazement grows, culminating in a surprising twist when the magician unveils an orange under one of the cups. This unexpected reveal prompts a commenter to quip, "Yes! ORANGE! got me more than I thought it would."

The video has garnered significant attention, with viewers expressing their admiration for the magician's skill. One user humorously remarks, "The 'wins $50 from this guy' reminds me of when you stepped on a Bowser spot in Mario Party games and got the 'thousand stars' one, lol." Another mentions, "I've seen the cup and balls so many times but it never fails to make me smile."

For those curious about the magician's other tricks, a commenter points out that he has an interesting YouTube channel, providing a link for further viewing: "He has an interesting channel too: https://youtu.be/CnKSgYDDFyE?si=TlLotIOl5r8R1qgq."

This captivating performance from Sydney is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic magic tricks and the talent of skilled magicians. Whether it's the sleight of hand or the engaging crowd work, this video is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches it.

Explore the world of magic and see if you can spot the tricks. Watch the full video and join the 99% of people who get it wrong—or perhaps, be among the few who get it right!

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Top Comments from Imgur

darthstormer

You win $50.......from this guy.

psychologisttheologist

His sleight of hand is very good, but I'm almost more impressed by his crowd work. He's quick no matter what they say

Twofutures

It looks like there's a small slit in the cloth, is theat where balls and orange come from? He's excellent at it either way.

Pheehelm

"Orange you glad I didn't say two?"

ongab***a

99% of me skip clickbait titles that want me to wait what happens next

amp99

I'm in the other 21%.

s***headtookmyname

I've seen the cup and balls so many times but it never fails to make me smile

TheCHIinChicago

This is Sydney, FYI.

Tjitso

This is like the ice cone prank, but funny

d1d1t4t3hlulz0hl4wdy

The 'wins $50 from this guy" reminds me of when you stepped on a Bowser spot in mario party games and got the 'thousand stars' one, lol

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