KUALA LUMPUR: A 64-year-old retired contractor from Penang won RM21.3 million in the Toto 4D Jackpot 1 by betting on the car registration numbers of his family members,
"I immediately spotted the numbers when they emerged as the Toto 4D's second and third prize. I was speechless and overjoyed when I checked my ticket against the results," he told STM Lottery.
The winner said his newfound wealth would ensure a comfortable retirement, adding that he planned to place the winnings in a fixed deposit to generate a steady income.
A total of RM21.5 million in the Toto 4D Jackpot 1, drawn on Dec 8, was shared by the retired contractor and another winner from Selangor, who received RM203,962.75.
A previous Toto 4D Jackpot 1 draw on Nov 24, with a prize pool of RM20.1 million, saw RM6.15 million shared among four winners from Sabah, Sarawak, and Penang.
A 39-year-old driver from Penang took home the largest portion, amounting to RM4,473,774.75. He bet on his cars' registration numbers.
"I work as a driver, and my car has rewarded me for my hard work. I am very happy to use the winnings to start my own business," he said.
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