(WHDH) — Most people who strike it rich in the lottery usually plan to spend their newfound money on a new car, a bigger home, or to pay off their debts but not 26-year-old Brian Nelson.
The Leesburg, Florida resident recently claimed a $1 million prize from a new scratch-off game and chose to receive his winnings in a lump-sum payment of $795,000.
His fiancee, Emily Pelton, told the Florida Lottery, “You won’t believe what he’s most excited about buying with his winnings.”
Nelson responded with a laugh before saying, “I’m just looking forward to upgrading to an electric toothbrush and splurging on a good pair of flip flops.”
The retailer where Nelson purchased his winning scratch ticket will receive a $2,000 bonus commission.
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