Four Expats Win Big in UAE Lottery

Winning Tickets and Big Dreams: Four Lucky Expats Strike Gold in Big Ticket E-Draw

One of the United Arab Emirates' most renowned lotteries, the Big Ticket, has yet again brought joy, as four foreign workers each won a cash prize of 50,000 dirhams in the weekly e-draw. Among this week's lucky winners are a water vendor, a security officer, and a procurement officer, all sharing the common bond of hope as they purchased their tickets, becoming part of the winners' stories today.

It All Started with a Ticket

The Big Ticket's weekly e-draw spans over three weeks, with the grand finale approaching in Abu Dhabi on August 3rd. This round will remain particularly memorable for the four winners, each now 50,000 dirhams richer.

One of them, a water vendor living in Sharjah, working far from family, purchased a Big Ticket for the first time in his life — as part of a group of 20. After the draw, he shared that the winnings would be shared fairly, and he is already planning to participate again. His message to others: "It's worth a try; you never know when luck will smile on you."

Group Play, Shared Success

Another winner, who has lived in Dubai for seven years, also purchased tickets as part of a group of friends. Working as a procurement officer, he first heard about the Big Ticket opportunity through social media and has occasionally joined the game since. He plans to share the winnings with his team and use his portion to buy more tickets. For him, the game is about more than money; it's about shared experiences.

A Free Ticket Turned the Tide

The security officer from Saudi Arabia bought his first Big Ticket just three months ago, spurred by an online promotion. He participated in a "bundle" offer that granted him an extra free ticket, which ultimately proved to be the winning one. With the winnings, he plans to bring his family to live with him and settle his debts. He also encourages his friends to take part, sharing with them the moments of victory.

The Finale Awaits

After three weeks of e-draws, only the final week remains, culminating with the highly anticipated grand prize draw on August 3rd, hosted live in Abu Dhabi. Alongside the main prize, six additional lucky players will each take home a consolation prize of 50,000 dirhams.

The story of the Big Ticket is not just about luck but also about ordinary people seeking a better future. Participating in the draw provides not only thrill but also a sense of community — many play in groups, sharing the joy and hope.

Such success stories show that sometimes a single ticket can be enough to turn someone's life around.

(Source: Big Ticket press release.)