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Wales Online
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
National Lottery player splurges £340 on Scratchcards but is floored by winnings
National Lottery player splurges £340 on Scratchcards but is floored by winnings A National Lottery Player splurged more than £300 on Scratchcards, and they couldn't get over what they won. Their winnings left people totally floored as they were shocked by the result The results of the experiment left people floored (stock image) (Image: UCG, UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images ) Engaging in experiments can be a fascinating endeavour but, when it involves money, the stakes are considerably higher. This was precisely the lesson learnt by one National Lottery enthusiast who decided to splurge £340 on Scratchcards, only to find the outcome rather unexpected. The tale unfolded on Reddit, where a user shared: "Customer had €400 (£343.58) worth of €20 (£17.18) Scratchcards. Guess how much they won?" Curiosity piqued, as fellow Redditors were eager to speculate on the potential windfall and the player, thought to have bought the cards in Ireland, rolled the dice in anticipation of fortune's favour. Speculating on the prize, one individual responded: "I'm going to go ahead and guess 180." Another contributed their experience, writing: "My son did his math continuous assessment on the returns of winning the Lotto (from three numbers to six numbers) vs saving the same amount of money spent. "Turned out s*** because the odds of winning the Lotto was so low, he couldn't get a decent graph out of it for a comparison, nice lesson learnt early though." A third expressed their disillusionment: "Not surprised. I'm quitting the things. There's actually videos on Youtube of guys scratching 100s of cards and getting a return of 20% of their outlay." Adding to the conversation, a fourth recounted: "Got one in a birthday card a while back and won €4. Was in the Post Office to cash it and the woman behind the counter remarked 'we never see any winners on these things'." Article continues below After spending hundreds on Scratchcards, the individual found themselves at a loss. It was revealed: "They got €180 out of them. Crazy." This unfortunate outcome left them €220 short, indicating that the gamble didn't quite work out in their favour. This prompted discussions among people about whether they knew anyone who had won big on Scratchcards. One person commented: "When I looked at the odds of winning these, I never bought one again." Another joined in with a personal anecdote, adding: "My brother won €30k in one he got for his birthday. Couldn't believe it." An additional comment came from someone who observed: "I find that you're more likely to win something on the cheaper Scratchcards than on the more expensive ones. There was a time where I got €200 on a €2 Scratchcard and €150 on another (seriously). Up €346 on those two Scratchcards. This person's down €220." It is estimated that the chances of winning on a £5 Scratchcard game are roughly one in four, which also accounts for breakeven cards where the prize is simply the cost of the card itself (£5). Article continues below The likelihood of winning can vary between different games, and players should check the specific odds which are usually detailed on the reverse side of each Scratchcard. As per the National Lottery website, there is now a restriction limiting individuals to buying no more than 10 Scratchcards at a time during any single transaction. This rule applies across all retail outlets offering The National Lottery games. If you're worried about how gambling makes you or someone else feel, visit GambleAware for help and support.
Daily Mirror
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
National Lottery player spends £340 on Scratchcards but winnings floor people
A National Lottery player who spent a whopping £340 on Scratchcards was left floored by the amount of money they managed to win, with people now asking all sorts of questions Sometimes people fancy conducting experiments, but doing so with money can be a dodgy game. That's precisely what one National Lottery punter discovered when they splashed out £340 on Scratchcards, leaving them rather taken aback by their winnings. The tale was recently shared on Reddit, where a social media user posted: "Customer had €400 (£343.58) worth of €20 (£17.18) Scratchcards. Guess how much they won?" Naturally, people were quick to have a punt at guessing, fascinated by how much dosh they could potentially pocket. The player, thought to have had a flutter in Ireland, took their chances to see what would unfold. Having a guess at what they'd scoop, one person responded: "I'm going to go ahead and guess 180." Another piped up with: "My son did his math continuous assessment on the returns of winning the Lotto (from three numbers to six numbers) vs saving the same amount of money spent. "Turned out s*** because the odds of winning the Lotto was so low, he couldn't get a decent graph out of it for a comparison, nice lesson learnt early though." A third chimed in with: "Not surprised. I'm quitting the things. There's actually videos on Youtube of guys scratching 100s of cards and getting a return of 20% of their outlay." Meanwhile, a fourth also remarked: "Got one in a birthday card a while back and won €4. Was in the Post Office to cash it and the woman behind the counter remarked 'we never see any winners on these things'." After forking out hundreds on Scratchcards, the individual was left in the red. The social media user lamented: "They got €180 out of them. Crazy." This unfortunate outcome meant they were down by €220, making it a less than lucrative endeavour. It prompted others to share their experiences and question whether anyone actually wins big with Scratchcards. Another person commented: "When I looked at the odds of winning these, I never bought one again." Someone else joined the conversation with a more positive tale: "My brother won €30k in one he got for his birthday. Couldn't believe it." An additional comment came from someone who observed: "I find that you're more likely to win something on the cheaper Scratchcards than on the more expensive ones. There was a time where I got €200 on a €2 Scratchcard and €150 on another (seriously). Up €346 on those two Scratchcards. This person's down €220." Statistics suggest that the chances of winning on a £5 Scratchcard game are roughly one in four, which includes cards that simply allow you to break even by winning £5. The likelihood of winning varies across different games, and players can usually find the specific odds printed on the back of each card. As per the National Lottery website, there is now a cap on buying Scratchcards – customers can only purchase up to 10 in a single transaction. This restriction applies across all shops offering The National Lottery games. If you're worried about how gambling makes you or someone else feel, visit GambleAware for help and support.
Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Woman who blew £880 on National Lottery Scratchcards was left 'gutted' at what she won
Megan Smith Evans, who blogs about life and money online, admitted she made a 'crazy' move. When it comes to the National Lottery, we all have that dream of winning big and if your weekly draw ticket proves to be fruitless, Scratchcards are another way to scratch that numbers itch. One woman even took it upon herself to splurge a pretty big sum on Scratchies to see if she could win it back and then some. And while she was victorious, her prize left her lost for words. Megan Smith Evans, a blogger who shares her life and money experiences online, revealed she took an audacious gamble last year by spending £880 on National Lottery Scratchcards in what she described as a "crazy" move. She recounted the night where she and her friends excitedly scratched off all the cards, following a unique approach to lottery syndication; they each bought a £5 Scratchcard every week from April to November, pooling them for an end-of-year scratch-off fiesta. In a gripping TikTok video, Megan disclosed: "It took us about an hour to scratch through them all. We triple-checked every single one." They meticulously verified each card and even had a syndicate contract ready in case of a significant win. Despite their high hopes and significant investment, their dreams were dashed, reports Bristol Live. She lamented: "We had a second person checking them, we had a syndicate contract in case we won big and we didn't even win our money back. I think we lost about £50 each, and it was just gutting." Reflecting on the loss, Megan shared her disillusionment with the thrill of scratch-offs: "We were all so hopeful and we didn't win it, and, actually, it's put me off Scratchcards for life. I used to love Scratchcards - including online ones. I used to be obsessed actually. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "I spent an absolute fortune last year on them, and I didn't win anything. With the online Scratchcards as well - it just feels like such fake money, and easy to do. "At least with the in-person Scratchcards it's like a bit of in-person fun. But yeah, it's put me off Scratchcards completely. Last year I spent way too much money on them." The video garnered numerous views and sparked a flurry of comments from viewers, who shared their own thoughts on Scratchcards. One commenter revealed: "Oh no! We have only done them on an occasion, and not that much, but we don't do them often anymore." Another sympathetic viewer wrote: "The suspense of waiting that long to scratch them must have been horrendous. Gutted you didn't win your money back on them." A third commenter chimed in, saying: "I'm still not over it." According to reports, the odds of winning on a £5 Scratchcard game are approximately one in four, including breakeven cards where the prize is £5. However, it's worth noting that the odds may vary slightly depending on the specific game being played. Players can find more information on the odds by checking the back of the Scratchcard. In an effort to promote responsible gaming, the National Lottery has implemented a rule limiting customers to purchasing a maximum of 10 Scratchcards in a single transaction at all participating stores.
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Woman spends £880 on National Lottery Scratchcards to see if she'll make money
Megan Smith Evans, who blogs about life and money online, admitted she did something "crazy" last year, and splashed the cash on several Scratchcards. So did she win anything? Megan Smith Evans, a blogger who shares her life and money-saving tips online, was left gobsmacked after she splashed out £880 on National Lottery Scratchcards to see what she'd win. Last year, Megan did something she described as "crazy" by buying a heap of Scratchcards and scratching them off with friends in one night. She revealed that instead of a traditional lottery syndicate, she and her colleagues opted for a Scratchcard version, each purchasing a £5 Scratchcard every Friday from April to November. They then saved them up for a grand end-of-year scratch-off session. During a get-together, they scratched away at the hoard of cards, with Megan confessing she remained "so hopeful" throughout the year, believing her mates shared her optimism. Despite acknowledging that £880 was "so much money" they were quite sure they'd at least recoup their investment. In a TikTok video, Megan detailed the process: "It took us about an hour to scratch through them all. We triple-checked every single one." However, their hopes were soon dashed. Megan explained: "We had a second person checking them, we had a syndicate contract in case we won big and we didn't even win our money back. I think we lost about £50 each, and it was just gutting." She added: "We were all so hopeful and we didn't win it, and, actually, it's put me off Scratchcards for life. I used to love Scratchcards - including online ones. I used to be obsessed actually. "I spent an absolute fortune last year on them, and I didn't win anything. With the online Scratchcards as well - it just feels like such fake money, and easy to do. "At least with the in-person Scratchcards it's like a bit of in-person fun. But yeah, it's put me off Scratchcards completely. Last year I spent way too much money on them." The video has been viewed dozens of times since it was shared, and people were quick to comment. They posted their thoughts about Scratchcards. One person said: "Oh no! We have only done them on an occasion, and not that much, but we don't do them often anymore." Another wrote: "The suspense of waiting that long to scratch them must have been horrendous. Gutted you didn't win your money back on them." And a third also replied: "I'm still not over it." Reports estimate that your odds of winning on a £5 Scratchcard game works out as about one in four. This also includes breakeven cards (where you win £5). However, players will always have slightly different odds on different games. If you want to find out more information, it's usually detailed on the back of the specific card you're playing. According to the National Lottery website, people are now limited to purchasing a maximum of 10 Scratchcards in one transaction. This rule is in place at all stores where you can play The National Lottery.
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Man spent £600 on National Lottery Scratchcards and was 'gobsmacked' by prize
Jax shared his experience of buying 120 Millionaire Maker Scratchcards from the National Lottery. A TikTok user has gone viral after posting a video of his costly £600 roll of the dice on the National Lottery's Millionaire Maker Scratchcards, all for the elusive £1 million jackpot. Jax, the hopeful gambler, captioned his journey with a hint of irony: "Can't believe how much I won." Launching into a scratching marathon, he shared: "I'm about to scratch 120 Millionaire Maker Scratchcards - this could take a while. Let's hope the first one is a winner... the answer to that is no, let's hope there aren't too many more like this." Progressing to the "halfway point" he showcased the vast imbalance between his towering stash of non-winning cards and the diminutive heap of those offering some return as he searched for a bumper cash prize in his stack of cards. Despite previously blowing £1,100 on the lottery game in the span of two months, the result of Jax's latest gamble was anticlimactic, reports the Mirror. At the end of his tale, he revealed the disappointing tally, saying: "So I spent £600 on these Scratchcards - and the return was £360. That's a loss of £240." He concluded with a caution on the pitfalls of betting: "Stay away from the Scratchcards - you think you're going to win, but you're just not. Please don't gamble." Echoing Jax's sentiment, a fellow TikTok viewer shared their past addiction to scratchcards and newfound savings strategy. They said: "They are terrible things. I used to spend at least a tenner per day buying them. Haven't bought one since 1st January. Been putting £10 per day in a tin. Christmas sorted." One person reflected on their time working at a Spar shop during university, revealing: "I used to work in a Spar shop when I was in uni. Watching people waste hundreds on lottery taught me all I needed to know. Never bought a lottery ticket in my life." Another user expressed their skepticism: "I've never seen anyone make a profit on a video like this ever, poor man's tax." Meanwhile, a fourth TikTok user pointed out the harsh reality of gambling, saying: "Same as any gambling, the house always wins." On a more positive note, a different Brit shared a success story: "A family friend won £250,000 a few years back, with his last £4 he bought two £2 ones." In terms of Jax's recent scratchcard endeavours, March saw him gain £420 from £600 worth of scratchcards, and in April, he managed to recoup £340 after spending £500. Overall, Jax has shelled out £1,700 and won a total of £1,120, leaving him with an overall loss of £580.
