Couple Wins $2.7 Million in Lottery, Plans for Future

A lesbian couple in their 40s has come forward to claim the first prize of 10 million shekels (approximately $2.7 million) from a recent lottery drawing held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The winning ticket was purchased at the last minute after one partner experienced a persistent "gut feeling" that she shouldn't miss the draw, despite her partner's initial skepticism.

The winning numbers were a mix of personally significant numbers and randomly selected ones via the "Lotomat" system. One of the winners shared with lottery officials that she consistently plays the lottery, always believing one day she would win. She recounted how she almost missed the opportunity, as the ticket booth was closed when she first tried to buy a ticket on Monday, but she returned the next day specifically to purchase it.

Upon checking the numbers via the lottery's app the morning after the draw, she initially didn't realize she could simply scan the ticket for results. After confirming the massive win, she called her partner, who was initially sitting down, to share the "bomb" news. The shock was so profound that the winner stated she couldn't even drive.

After calming down, the couple reviewed the ticket together and then immediately proceeded to the lottery headquarters to claim their prize. Beyond the immense excitement, the couple expressed that the winnings provide a new sense of security. They plan to use the money to ensure a stable financial future for their children, who were born after a long and challenging journey through fertility treatments.

The couple also shared their long-held dream of purchasing a private home in a pastoral setting for their retirement. While still processing the magnitude of their win, they emphasized their commitment to making sound decisions for their family's future, keeping their feet on the ground.