Retired Peterborough Bus Driver Wins $250,000 From Scratch Ticket

Joel S. of Peterborough is $250,000 richer after winning a top prize with The Beautiful Game scratch ticket, announced on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

The retired school bus driver said he regularly plays scratch tickets and is delighted to be celebrating his first big win.

“The World Cup was coming up and I’m really into soccer so when I saw this newer ticket, I figured I’d give it a shot,” said Joel.

The 61-year-old discovered his big win while scratching his ticket at home.

“I couldn’t believe it. I did a double take and stood there in stunned silence, trying to process what I was seeing,” he said. “It felt incredible, overwhelming, and surreal.”

Joel’s son was the first person who to know about the big win.

“He said, ‘Wow, Dad!’ and was just as shocked as I was,” said Joel.

His wife was the next to discover the news.

“We’re both thrilled about what the future holds,” smiled Joel.

Joel has not made any major plans with his winnings yet. He wants to let everything settle in before making any decisions.

“One thing I do know is I’d like to upgrade my car. I feel very fortunate and thankful for this opportunity,” he said.

The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Clonsilla Avenue in Peterborough.

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