Opening the Year with a Bang! Retired Man Bags RM13.4 Million Da Ma Cai Jackpot on Chinese New Year First Day

Oriental Daily News (23 February 2026)

Opening the Year with a Bang! Retired Man Bags RM13.4 Million Da Ma Cai Jackpot on Chinese New Year First Day

Kuala Lumpur, 23 February — On the very first day of Chinese New Year, a 64-year-old retiree from Bandar Mahkota Cheras, Selangor, turned a simple New Year shopping receipt into a life-changing fortune — winning RM13.4 million in the Da Ma Cai 1+3D Jackpot 1.

While most families were busy with reunion dinners and festive visits, this lucky winner quietly discovered that his new year had started in the most extraordinary way.

“I truly couldn’t believe it,” he said with a smile. “To win something this big on the first day of Chinese New Year — it feels incredibly special. I guess the year has started on the right note.”

Pan Malaysian Pools Sdn Bhd said in a statement today that, according to the lucky winner, He checked the draw results via the dmcGO mobile app after finishing reunion dinner with his family that evening. When the numbers appeared on the screen, he assumed he had read them incorrectly.

“I kept checking over and over because I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me. I even asked my grandson to double-check for me. When we realized it was real, we were all stunned.”

The inspiration for his winning numbers was delightfully simple: a recent purchase for the New Year festivities. “I decided to play the numbers printed on the receipt, just for fun,” he said. “I never imagined that a simple receipt could bring such a life-changing win!”

At first, other family members were in disbelief. But as they gathered to verify each number together, the quiet evening quickly turned into a house filled with cheers, making the festive atmosphere even more joyous.

The retiree has been playing for many years but always with a casual mindset. “I’ve been buying for years and never thought it would be my turn — especially on the first day of Chinese New Year. It makes this win even more meaningful,” he said.

The winner has since retired and now lives a simple life, he plans to use the prize money primarily to improve his family’s well-being. A portion will also be set aside for his children and grandchildren, particularly for future education and financial security.

“At my age, what matters most is my family’s health and well-being,” he said. “This win gives me peace of mind and helps ease some of my children’s burdens.”

The 1+3D Jackpot 2 of over RM210,000 prize were also won on the first day of Chinese New Year. With the Year of the Horse just beginning, Da Ma Cai has already delivered over RM13.61 million in jackpot winnings. From the start of the festive season through the first day of Chinese New Year, waves of good fortune continue to spark excitement and hope across the country.