Filipina security guard wins Dh1 million in her first Big Ticket draw
Al Ain’s Christine Requerque Pedido plans her next steps after incredible windfall
In a life-changing moment, a 36-year-old Filipina security guard has struck gold with her very first Big Ticket purchase.
Christine Requerque Pedido, a resident of Al Ain, who has been living in the UAE for just four months, won a staggering Dh1 million in the latest Millionaire e-Draw series, and she couldn’t be more thrilled.
A dream come true
Christine’s journey to fortune began six years ago, when she first arrived in the UAE. Back then, as a young worker trying to make ends meet, she couldn’t afford to buy a Big Ticket. But fate intervened this December when, after returning to the UAE, she saw a Big Ticket promotion on Facebook. Without hesitation, she decided to finally try her luck.
“I never expected this would happen. To win on my very first ticket feels absolutely surreal,” said Christine, with a smile that clearly reflected her joy. “It proves that luck can find you when you least expect it."
The power of teamwork
While Christine’s win was entirely her own, it was the collective effort of her colleagues that helped her get involved in the draw. Along with ten fellow workers, she pooled resources to purchase the ticket, making the victory even sweeter. Their group strategy was part of the excitement, and now, together, they are planning the next steps for their newfound fortune.
“We’re still deciding whether to save the prize money or invest it in a business,” Christine said. “Whatever we do, we’re not giving up on Big Ticket. We’ll be buying more tickets and hoping for more luck – especially with the January 3rd live draw coming up!”
A December to remember
The Big Ticket Millionaire series has been rolling out incredible prizes throughout December, with four lucky winners each week walking away with Dh1 million. But that’s not all. Every ticket purchase in December also automatically enters participants into the grand prize draw for Dh30 million in the upcoming live draw on January 3rd.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there – Big Ticket’s Big Win contest is also running this month. Purchases of two tickets in a single transaction give participants the chance to win guaranteed cash prizes ranging from Dh20,000 to Dh150,000 in the weekly e-draws.
As if that wasn’t thrilling enough, for car lovers, the January 3rd draw promises a Maserati Grecale, adding an extra layer of luxury to the prize pool.
Big Ticket: How to participate
Tickets for the Big Ticket Millionaire are available online, or can be purchased at counters located in Zayed International Airport and Al Ain Airport. The ticket price is Dh500, inclusive of VAT. And for those eager to increase their chances, a special promotion is running: buy two tickets in a single transaction and receive a third ticket for free.
Who knows – your next lucky ticket could be just one draw away!