Man wins $1 million in Dubai Duty Free raffle

He is the first winner from the Dominican Republic to win in the raffle since its inception in 1999.

A lucky Dubai expat from the Dominican Republic has become the latest millionaire at the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw in series 315, which took place on Tuesday.
Saeid Bazdar, who is the first winner from the Dominican Republic to win in the promotion since its inception in 1999, will be taking home $1 million from his lucky ticket number 0348 which he bought online.
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Following the draw, a presentation to the previous raffle winner was held.
Lalit Sharma, a 37 year old Indian national based in Chennai, India, had won $1 million in Series 311 with ticket number 3743.

"I am happy to come to Dubai Duty Free and meet the people who gave me one of the many blessings in my life. My winning is indeed a great help for me and my family for that I will be forever thankful to Dubai Duty Free," he commented.

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