These Siblings Became Ontario Lottery Winners After Scoring $5M & One 'Fell To The Ground'
“I couldn’t function for the next couple of days!”
A group of siblings became Ontario lottery winners last month, and, well — one could say their reactions were a tad extra.
OLG reported that the family members won $5 million after hitting big during the Lotto 6/49 jackpot draw on January 4.
The company listed their names as follows:
- "Thavarajah Ponnuthurai of Kleinburg
- Arulvathani Uthayakumar of Woodbridge
- Yogarajah Ponnuthurai of Woodbridge"
According to the siblings, reactions were mild at first, with Thavarajah recounting, "I went to the store to check our tickets, and I was so happy and excited when I saw we won $5 million."'
But things quickly escalated after Arulvathani was rung up, who was more than a little shocked by the good news.
"Oh my God, I couldn't believe it," she said. "I couldn't function for the next couple of days!"
With, Yogarajah also admitting to being a bit overwhelmed by the call:
"I cried a little and fell to the ground in shock."
The siblings later celebrated the win with their families over a big dinner.
"Everyone was so excited for us, "Arulvathani gushed. "My wife and kids all said, 'We're millionaires!'" added Yogarajah.
As for what's next, Arulvathani says she plans to purchase a car and share the rest with her kids. While, Yogarajah plans to buy a home as soon as possible.
"I'm going to purchase a new car for my son," Thavarajah revealed. "We're so grateful – I would have never thought that we would be lucky enough to win the lottery."