In his message to fellow players trying their luck, he said: “For everybody out there: just don’t lose hope. I’ve been there before. I thought I will never win this amount, but yeah, just don’t lose hope. Just keep on playing the game.”

Trinidad plans to use his prize money to build his dream house and start a business back home in the Philippines. He also expressed his desire to give back to the community.

“Definitely, I will build my dream house and dream business in the Philippines. I also want to help other people in need, especially those with medical needs,” he said.

Trinidad’s win adds to the growing list of UAE residents finding fortune through digital lotteries in the country.