Natalia Kristioglo (right) is the latest to win Dh100,000 in Big Ticket. SUPPLIED

Dubai-based Russian national Natalia Kristioglo has won Dh100,000 in the Series 266 Big Ticket draw on her first attempt. The managing director, who has been living in Dubai since 2012, purchased her first Big Ticket in the last week of August, selecting numbers based on the birth dates of her family members. Kristioglo shared her excitement upon winning, stating, "I was watching the draw live and was so happy when the host announced my name and ticket numbers." She had always known about Big Ticket but had never participated until last month. Her winning ticket was among the three she bought, taking advantage of the "buy two, get one free" offer. This windfall comes at a pivotal time for Kristioglo, who plans to use her prize money to buy a house. She expressed her newfound faith in the raffle, saying, "Big Ticket is the best raffle ever, and I will keep trying my luck—one day, I will win the grand prize." Kristioglo's win is a testament to the excitement Big Ticket generates among participants. Customers who purchase Big Tickets throughout September stand a chance to win Dh20 million in the next live draw on October 3. Additionally, ten lucky customers will each win Dh100,000, and one will drive away in a luxurious Maserati Ghibli. The Big Ticket program also includes weekly electronic draws, where participants can win Dh100,000 every Tuesday. The dates for the September weekly draws are September 10, 17, 24, and October 1. Kristioglo encourages others to keep trying their luck, stating, "Big Ticket is real." Her story serves as inspiration for those who dream of winning big in the UAE's popular raffles. ICA/Expat Media
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