A father of two in Cumbria became a lucky EuroMillions jackpot winner after his daughter’s craving for sweets led him to purchase a winning ticket. Valdet Bujupi, 44, won over £500,000 by matching key numbers in the draw. Following his daughter’s persistent requests for treats, he decided to get a lucky dip ticket and struck gold with the numbers 27, 30, 31, 41, 43, and lucky stars 05 and 08.
Upon hearing the news, Valdet’s wife, Abbey, was initially unenthusiastic as she had to pause her chores to answer the phone. However, Valdet’s announcement of their win changed the atmosphere, leading to joy and disbelief in the household. Their son was skeptical until shown the confirmation on The National Lottery app.
The family is now planning a trip to New York, fulfilling a long-held dream, and they also visited the London Eye to celebrate their newfound fortune. Valdet intends to use part of the prize money to assist his mother in Kosovo, expressing his joy in being able to make her life easier. Reflecting on the unexpected win, Valdet humorously credited his daughter’s sweet tooth for their luck and expressed gratitude for the life-changing event. The family is excited about the future possibilities, including potential relocation and supporting their children’s aspirations.
Andy Carter, a senior winners’ advisor at The National Lottery, congratulated the family and wished them many memorable experiences ahead, especially as they plan to explore New York.
