People may underestimate the value of one ticket, but it can carry the weight of a dream. For three Emirates Draw winners, that simple choice turned into stories of hope, perseverance, and possibility. They were among more than 2410 players who recently celebrated and shared over $145,891 in prizes.

Hope Realised

When Indian player Sriram R. won the record-breaking $27 million MEGA7 Grand Prize, it changed his life but also inspired people around the world. Among those inspired was Peter Arthold from Austria who kept playing until he won the $27,000 MEGA7 Guaranteed Prize!

The 51-year-old culinary director, working in Saudi Arabia and father to 16-year-old twin daughters found this win as the perfect opportunity to secure his children’s future.

“I will split the prize amount and put it in saving accounts for my girls. They will benefit when they are 18 or 19 years old ready to start the next chapter of their life… university,” he mentioned.

Peter encourages others to play responsibly, because consistency with a set budget is key.

Holding On to Belief

Like Peter, Yanapothula Kumar, a 38-year-old car dealer in India, understood the true meaning of persistence. While his friends gave up on playing, Kumar refused to lose faith. His determination paid off when he won the $40,000 MEGA7, one number away from the $27 million Grand Prize.

“I am so happy. My friends told me luck wasn’t in my favour and that I should stop. But I kept playing and I won!” Yanapothula shared.

For Kumar, this prize is a chance to take his family on a long-awaited trip and to give back through charity.

Building a Future

Hope and persistence also guided, Janica Allyssa, a 28 Filipino working as a supervisor in Qatar. Encouraged by a friend to play, she took her chance and won $27,000 in EASY6 by matching 5 out of 6 numbers, leaving her one number away from winning $4 million!

“I feel like I am dreaming. It’s such a big amount and I feel truly blessed and grateful,” she said.

Starting a business back home in the Philippines has been a long-time dream and this win is the beginning of something bigger she can now fulfil. Next? Janica will continue playing for the grand prize.

Three different stories joined by one truth: futures secured, families cared for, and dreams within reach.

Every Emirates Draw win is a reminder that For A Better Tomorrow begins with one choice.

Take advantage of the limited offer Buy 1 EASY6 + 1 FAST5 + 1 MEGA7 at once, for a chance to win 52 FREE tickets this Sunday! The next weekly draws start 10 to 12 October. Results are available on the website. Follow @emiratesdraw for the latest updates or email customersupport@emiratesdraw.com.