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EuroMillions Winner Warns Holidaymakers After £1 Million Payout Nearly Fell Through

A UK standing order on his account meant lottery officials validated the claim.

Overview

  • Daniel Wright discovered a £1,000,000 EuroMillions win via email and the official app while on holiday in Cape Verde.
  • Lottery staff questioned his location due to rules that can invalidate tickets bought from outside the UK.
  • His claim was approved because the entry was paid through a regular UK standing order rather than a purchase made abroad.
  • He waited to return home before proceeding and now advises winners not to contact the lottery while overseas.
  • After collecting the prize, he traveled, invested in a couple of businesses, and focused on writing, recounting the experience on James English's podcast.