A Morphett Vale man is jumping for joy and ready to spread the happiness after scoring a Keno Spot 8 prize worth $50,000.
The South Australian scored the Keno Spot 8 jackpot in draw 240429 182, drawn Monday, 29 April 2024 and took home $50,000.
“I’m great!” the winning man laughed when speaking to an official from The Lott.
“It’s crazy. I saw all my numbers and I couldn’t believe it. I had to look at it four or five times.
“Then I showed my partner, and she was the same. She actually thought it was a mistake.
“It’s amazing. Nothing like this ever happens to me!
When asked how he planned to use his newfound treasure, the generous man revealed he would share it with his family.
“Well, I have a huge family. I’ve already told everyone, and they’re excited to get some,” he said.
“Of course, I won’t forget about the grandkids either.
“I’m not sure how I’ll celebrate yet. I think once it’s in the bank account - it’ll feel more real!”
His winning Keno entry was purchased at Campbell's Newsagency - MV, Shops 14 &15 Southgate Plaza, 108 Sherriffs Road, Morphett Vale.
In 2023, there were more than 1.52 million Keno wins across South Australia worth more than $87.5 million. This included 33 Keno Spot 8, 9 and 10 winners across South Australia who scored more than $7.44 million.
The Spot 10 prize was won three times during this period, including a $2.3 million prize.
Keno is a game whereby 20 numbers are randomly generated from a possible 80. To win a Keno Spot 10 prize, a player must match all 10 of the numbers selected on their ticket against the 20 numbers drawn.
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