A man expressed disbelief after winning both the first and second prizes in a pension lottery.
Recently, an interview with the winner, identified as Mr. A, was published on the website of the lottery operator, Donghaeng Lottery. Mr. A purchased the pension lottery ticket at a retailer in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, stating, "I buy lottery and pension tickets every week for a little happiness during the week."
He explained that he visited the retailer to buy a ticket and noticed the pension lottery being drawn that week, so he purchased one set. A few days later, while checking the ticket at home, he experienced an unbelievable moment.
He won the first prize. "I could hardly believe my eyes," Mr. A said. "I was so surprised that I woke my sleeping spouse to share the news."
He added, "My spouse was also in disbelief and was stunned for a while. It feels like such great luck has come to us after working hard in our respective lives, and we are truly grateful and happy."
Regarding plans for the winnings, he mentioned that they have not yet made specific plans but expressed, "We are just so happy and thankful."
Meanwhile, the pension lottery 720+ pays out 7 million won monthly for 20 years for the first prize and 1 million won monthly for 10 years for the second prize. Since Mr. A won one first prize ticket and four second prize tickets, he is expected to receive a total of 2.16 billion won over the 20 years.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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