Lucky number 8 brings Big Ticket win for Sharjah-based teacher

Dubai: Luck has been on Amritha Babu’s side, a 30-year-old teaching assistant at a GEMS school in Sharjah, who has taken home Dh25,000 after winning in the latest Big Ticket e-draw on just her fourth attempt.

The Indian expatriate, who has been living in the UAE for eight years, has noted that her winning ticket was chosen based on a simple instinct, her lucky number.

"I selected the ticket based on my lucky number 8," shared Babu.

After discovering it online, she has been occasionally participating in Big Ticket and did not expect that her fourth purchase will bring her success.

"It was an overwhelming and joyous moment. I didn’t even realize the draw was happening until I recognised Richard’s voice over the phone call and understood what it meant."

When asked about her plans for the prize, Babu has mentioned that she has not finalised how she will spend the money, but has stressed to "use the amount wisely, considering the current regional situation."

Additionally, Babu has emphasised the importance of optimism and urged others to participate.

"I would advise others to try their luck and have faith. I had a good feeling when I bought the ticket, and it turned out to be right."

Babu has also confirmed that she will continue to take part in Big Ticket, hoping for an even bigger win.

Participants still have multiple opportunities this month, as three weekly e-draws remain. In every draw, four winners will each receive Dh25,000.

The draws are streamed live at 11am on the Big Ticket YouTube channel, allowing participants to follow the results in real time.