The numbers were shown on the screen.
1, 14, 22, 23, 36 and 38.
He looked at his ticket.
His numbers were 1, 14, 22, 23, 36 and 37.
He was one number away, but was certain that there would be a decent prize for having five right.
"And now the prize breakdown," said the smooth-voiced presenter.
He waited as the smaller prize amounts were read out, anticipating a windfall of thousands.
"Five numbers this week is a record."
The man felt his heart speed up.
"Never before have so many people had the combination of five correct numbers. There are 26,189 altogether."
The man felt like he'd been punched in the stomach.
"This week's payout for five is £1.26."
He turned off the TV and tore up his ticket.
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