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Football first: Victoria lottery winner picks game over celebrating $1M

After discovering his win, George Nagy went home and watched a match
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George Nagy from Victoria won $1 million in August playing Lotto Max.

A Victoria football fan put his love for the sport first, deciding to sit down and watch a match despite learning he had just become a millionaire.

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After the final whistle blew on the football game, Nagy later shared the news with his son and daughter-in-law.

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Nagy plans to celebrate with his family next month. He also intends to travel more, complete home renovations and help his family.

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Nagy purchased his winning ticket at Save-On-Foods on Pandora Avenue.



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