A couple from Illinois has won a $2.66 million jackpot playing the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot Fast Play game on the iLottery app. The husband, nicknamed 'Hard-Working Husband,' said he was distracted by TV when he realized he had won. The couple plans to use the winnings for retirement, spending time with family, and pursuing new hobbies.
CHICAGO â An Illinois iLottery couple is celebrating after winning a $2.66 million jackpot through a Fast Play game.The winner, nicknamed 'Hard-Working Husband,' played the Ultimate Diamond Jackpot game through the lottery app, he said, while they watched one of their favorite shows, getting caught off guard when he realized he had won.'I got distracted by the TV show and didn't pay much attention to my app.
We are still both in shock and disbelief!'The lottery player said his wife has been eager to retire, and the first thing he told her was, 'This is meant to be â it's time for you to retire, enjoy life, and pursue your dreams.'His wife added, 'It feels so exciting, although I am still in shock, and the reality of the win hasn't sunk in just yet.
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