What began as a typical winter morning quickly turned into a life-changing moment for Rojeh Sayegh, a 25-year-old from Pickering, Ontario, after he realized he had just won $100,000 playing Poker Lotto — and forgot to pump gas in the excitement.
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From Shovelling Snow to Striking It Rich
On February 15, 2025, Sayegh set out on a routine errand — clearing snow from his driveway and heading to his local gas station to refuel. What he didn’t expect was that this everyday stop would lead to an unforgettable six-figure surprise.
“I shovelled my driveway and headed to the gas station to fill up. When I arrived at the store, I decided to use the ticket checker to see how I did on my Poker Lotto ticket,” said Sayegh.
The moment he scanned his ticket, the result was clear: he had matched five out of five cards, claiming the game’s top prize of $100,000.
So Excited, He Drove Off Without Fueling Up
“After scanning it and seeing that I’d won, I was so happy. I left the gas station without even pumping gas!” Sayegh laughed, recalling the surreal moment while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his winnings.
A Loyal Lottery Player’s Biggest Win Yet
Sayegh, who has been playing Ontario lottery games since turning 18, said that Poker Lotto, Lotto Max, and Lotto 6/49 are his go-to choices. Although he’s had fun with the games over the years, this marks his biggest win to date.
“The first person I called was my dad. He didn’t believe me at first, but once it sunk in, he congratulated me,” Sayegh shared.
The winning ticket was purchased at Metro on Whites Road North in Pickering, a location he likely won’t forget any time soon.
Plans for the Future: Smart Choices and a Vacation
Sayegh doesn’t plan to spend all his winnings at once. His first move? Investing a portion of the prize for long-term benefits — and treating himself to a well-deserved vacation.
How Poker Lotto Works
For those unfamiliar, Poker Lotto is a $2 game offered by OLG that gives players two ways to win:
- Instant Win: Players are dealt a virtual five-card poker hand at the point of sale. If the hand forms a winning poker combination, players can win up to $5,000 on the spot.
- Nightly Draw: That same hand is entered into a nightly draw where matching all five drawn cards can win up to $100,000.
The game combines the fun of poker with the thrill of a lottery draw, offering instant excitement and daily chances to win.
Final Thought: One gas station visit changed everything for Rojeh Sayegh. His story is a reminder that luck can strike when you least expect it — even during a mundane stop to fill up your tank.