An Australian lottery player was fortunate enough to win big across two ticket entries.

For many, hitting the jackpot may seem like an unattainable dream, but for one persistent Melbourne local, years of playing the Oz Lotto finally paid off with a huge win.

It turns out that a happy accident led to an Australian man purchasing two identical Oz Lotto tickets. Lucky for him, this oversight resulted in a multimillion-dollar jackpot win.

Man has Been Playing for 30 Years

Despite playing the lottery faithfully for over three decades without much success, a Melburnian man experienced a stroke of serendipity when his duplicate ticket purchase resulted in a massive payout. Initially intending to enter a different draw, his loyal usage of lucky numbers ultimately secured him this windfall.

Anonymous Winner

For reasons of confidentiality, the Oz Lotto has kept the winner's identity under wraps. Upon discovering his fortune, the lucky Melbourne man received a congratulatory call from an Oz Lotto employee about his double win, which was initially met with skepticism until the circumstances were explained. His two tickets with matching numbers ultimately awarded him a staggering 46.6 million Australian dollars. The remaining portion of the prize was claimed by another anonymous winner from Hobart, Tasmania.

Stop Working and a New House

Contemplating how to utilize his newfound wealth, the Australian lottery winner is still unsure. Currently processing his significant win, he expressed a desire to possibly quit his job and find a new residence. While his plans remain uncertain, one thing is clear: his family will be celebrating alongside him.