UAE resident wins Dh250,000 after buying Big Ticket raffles for 2 decades
The weekly e-Draw series wraps up with Edward Fernandes and Nadeem Afzal.
Edward Fernandes is a 58-year-old expat originally from Lisbon, Portugal. He has called Dubai home for the past 29 years. His Big Ticket dream has been over 20 years in the making, with his journey beginning in 2004. For two decades, he has purchased tickets, always holding onto hope.
'I don't remember how I first heard about Big Ticket in 2004,' Edward shared. His dedication remained strong, and this month, his patience and belief finally paid off when he won Dh250,000.
When he received the winning call, he had a feeling something special was happening. 'I thought something was there if Richard was calling,' he said, though the reality of winning still came as a complete surprise.
With this incredible prize, Edward plans to pay off some loans and, most importantly, support his son's medical needs. But his dreams don't stop here. He remains committed to Big Ticket, eagerly looking ahead to future draws. 'I am purchasing lots of tickets even for this month — I have three tickets for March 3. If I win the Grand Prize, I have so much hope and many dreams.'
And for those who dream of their moment with Big Ticket, Edward says 'continue purchasing Big Ticket, and your dreams will be fulfilled.'
Similarly, Nadeem Afzal, originally from Pakistan and currently residing in the UAE, also found his moment of excitement through Big Ticket. He purchased his lucky winning ticket online, ticket number 272-339880.
March is here and Big Ticket is raising the bar with incredible chances to win big with its exciting March promotion. With an incredible Dh15 million Grand Prize, 10 bonus prizes of Dh50,000, The Big Win Contest, and a stunning Range Rover Velar up for grabs, there's no better time to get your tickets and put your luck to the test.
This March, one ticket holder will walk away with a staggering Dh15 million grand prize. Big Ticket is also giving 10 lucky customers the chance to win Dh50,000 each in the live draw on April 3, 2025.
Tickets are available online at www.bigticket.ae or at counters located in Zayed International Airport and Al Ain Airport.
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