A fortunate British couple has landed a life-changing £1 million EuroMillions prize—after completely forgetting they had even bought a ticket.
Paul and Joanne Harvey, from the UK, only realised their incredible win weeks after the draw took place. The couple, who play the lottery occasionally, had no idea they were sitting on a fortune until a chance check revealed their windfall.
A Surprise Millionaires
"We couldn’t believe it when we saw the numbers," said Paul Harvey. "We’d completely forgotten about the ticket, and then suddenly, we were millionaires."
The couple had purchased the lucky ticket on a whim but misplaced it shortly after. It wasn’t until Joanne decided to check old tickets that they discovered their unexpected win.
Plans for the Future
Now, the Harveys are planning how to spend their newfound wealth. "We want to be sensible," Joanne explained. "We’ll pay off our mortgage, help our family, and maybe take a nice holiday—something we’ve never been able to do before."
The couple also hopes to support local charities, saying they feel "incredibly lucky" and want to give back to their community.
A Reminder to Check Old Tickets
Their story serves as a reminder to all lottery players—always check your old tickets! You never know when luck might strike.
The EuroMillions draw continues to create millionaires across Europe, with the next jackpot estimated at £50 million.
