Chequered Flag

Michael Fox, aged 64 has been a lifelong Grand Prix fan, and now instead of watching the chequered flag on TV he will be able to see it live. Having bought his ticket for the 30 May draw at his local Londis Store in Blyth, Northumberland Michael now has a jackpot £2,745,415 sitting comfortably in his bank account. He was at home on the Wednesday when the draw was made, and counted as the winning numbers dropped out of the machine. After four balls he thought he’d won a nice sum, but by the time all six popped out he was in shock and kept double checking.

With a large closely knit family of five children and 14 grandchildren Michael will be able to share his lucky win. But not before he’s bought a new house, a new Volvo car and visited a Grand prix or two.

- 13/6/07