Illinois Man Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize Post-Breakup

Claiming his prize on Valentine's Day, the newly single winner reflects on his change of fortune.

An Illinois man won $1 million from the 'Monopoly 50X' scratch-off game, claiming his prize on Valentine's Day.
The winner, who recently broke up with his girlfriend, bought the winning ticket from a Walmart in Northlake, Illinois.
He chose to remain anonymous and opted for the cash option of $600,000 before taxes.
The 'Monopoly 50X' game was launched on Jan. 2, with a top prize of $1 million and odds of winning any prize at 1 in 3.39.
The winner expressed a mix of shock and joy, stating his life changed immediately after scratching the winning ticket.