The Moment of Discovery: A $40 Million Surprise
On Tuesday, a 60-year-old Montreal man had a life-changing moment while at work. After checking his Lotto Max tickets, he discovered he was one of two winners of the grand $80 million prize. This lucky Montrealer won half of the jackpot – a staggering $40 million.
Retirement Comes Early for the Lucky Winner
Upon discovering the news, Lamontagne immediately informed his bosses that he would be retiring earlier than expected. A few days later, he returned to work to share his excitement, bringing along a pizza lunch for his colleagues before bidding farewell to his job for good. His decision was made with the confidence that the $40 million would secure his family’s financial future.
Lotto Max December 3rd Draw: A Record Jackpot
The December 3rd Lotto Max draw was significant, as the jackpot reached a whopping $80 million after going unclaimed in previous draws. Alongside the grand prize, there were also 29 Maxmillion prizes, each worth $1 million. In Ontario alone, over 664,000 Lotto Max tickets won prizes, including five $1 million Maxmillion tickets.
Loto-Quebec Announces the Big Win
Loto-Quebec confirmed Lamontagne as one of the two grand prize winners in their Monday press release. The other winner, according to provincial lottery authorities, is located in Alberta. Lamontagne, a family man, plans to use part of his winnings to secure his family’s future by investing in real estate, particularly purchasing multiplexes for his loved ones. Additionally, he plans to fulfill a long-time dream by taking an extended European vacation.
What Are the Odds of Winning Lotto Max?
The odds of winning the Lotto Max jackpot are slim, with a 1 in 33,294,800 chance of hitting the grand prize. This highlights just how rare and extraordinary such a win truly is. However, for those dreaming of winning, it’s interesting to note that certain numbers have been drawn more frequently than others. Since the Lotto Max format changed to 50 numbers, the most commonly drawn numbers include 7, 19, 22, 28, 32, 36, and 46. On the other hand, some players still frequently choose numbers like 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, with these sequences being picked over 45,000 times in the past year.
What’s Next for Lotto Max?
The excitement doesn’t end with this record-breaking draw. The next Lotto Max draw will take place on December 10, offering a new estimated jackpot of $40 million. With such large prizes up for grabs, the anticipation for the next draw is already building.
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A Dream Come True for Lamontagne
For Lamontagne, the $40 million win marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his life. Whether it’s securing his family’s future, purchasing real estate, or traveling the world, his win has provided a new sense of freedom and opportunity. And for other hopefuls, the upcoming Lotto Max draws continue to offer life-changing prizes.
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