How did you feel about winning R250,000 in the May Money Madness competition?
“I was overcome with emotion; it was tears and laughter all at once. It’s still surreal.”

What are you going to do with your winnings?
“I’m not sure yet. I might put it towards my bond, but I will definitely go on a vacation with my family and just celebrate.”

Did you have a feeling that you would be a winner?
“Not really, no! Two days prior, I was involved in a motorbike accident. So, I was feeling quite down at that stage when I got the call. I was so stunned. I would’ve been amazed with five or ten thousand rands. I did not expect to win this amount of money.”

What was your first reaction when you found out that you had won R250 000?
“Stunned! I was speechless. When I got the call from Wackhead Simpson, I thought it might be someone pulling a prank.”

Will you continue to place your bets on LottoStar?
“I might try my luck again.”

Do you plan on sharing your winnings with anyone?
“I will spend the money on my family, but I have a family member that I will be giving a small amount to. I believe in giving back.”