In a stroke of extraordinary luck, two Hamilton locals, Thomas Addae and Patrick Buthmann, have each won $100,000 through the Encore feature of Lotto Max. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) shared the exciting news, and both winners are still reveling in their unexpected good fortune.
Thomas Addae’s Winning Story
Thomas Addae was on his way to work when he decided to stop at Big Bee Convenience and Food Mart on King Street East to check his Lotto Max ticket. What happened next would change his day—and perhaps his life.
Addae handed his ticket to the store clerk and was stunned to see the words “Big Winner” flash on the screen. However, without the prize amount immediately visible, he sprinted over to the ticket checker for confirmation. It was then that he discovered he had won $100,000 by matching the last six of seven Encore numbers in the October 4 Lotto Max draw.
“I couldn’t believe it,” Addae recalled. “I was so excited, but I wanted to savor the moment before sharing the news with anyone.” After 10 years of playing the lottery, this is his first significant win. For now, he plans to save his winnings while contemplating his next steps.
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Patrick Buthmann’s $100,000 Win
Patrick Buthmann, another Hamiltonian, experienced a similarly life-changing moment when he matched the last six of seven Encore numbers in the October 15 Lotto Max draw. A seasoned lottery player of 30 years, Buthmann is no stranger to the game, but this is his first major win.
Buthmann was just returning from a business trip when he remembered to check his ticket, purchased at the Shoppers Drug Mart on Plains Road East in Burlington. Seeing the prize amount was a shocking moment, prompting him to take a screenshot immediately.
“My girlfriend was the first person I told,” Buthmann shared. “She still says it doesn’t feel real!” The Hamiltonian describes the experience as both shocking and wonderful, and he plans to use part of his winnings to buy a new vehicle.
Lotto Max Continues to Surprise
The Encore feature has been a favorite among Canadian lottery players, offering additional chances to win significant prizes. For Addae and Buthmann, their $100,000 wins have added a layer of excitement and joy to their daily routines. Their stories also serve as a reminder to check tickets promptly, as you never know when luck might strike!
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Both winners, while from the same city, had their life-changing moments under different circumstances but share a newfound sense of financial opportunity. Congratulations to these lucky winners, and for everyone else, don’t forget to check your tickets—you could be next!
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