Two Black Country locals scoop life-changing prizes in online competition

Two Black Country locals have scooped life-changing prizes thanks to an online competition site.

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Alec Corbett from Willenhall was left in shock after turning 59p into £100,000 in one of Hittin It Big’s competitions in May.

Black Country winners - Alec Corbett and Justina Rakauskiene
Black Country winners - Alec Corbett and Justina Rakauskiene

“It doesn’t feel real,” he said. “It’s completely life-changing – and all from a ticket that cost less than a chocolate bar!”

He said he hopes to spend his winnings on home and garden improvements, bringing his mortgage down and enjoying life with his partner.

Alec Cooper won £100,000 with Hittin It Big
Alec Cooper won £100,000 with Hittin It Big

Meanwhile, Walsall resident Justina Rakauskiene had a decision to make when she won an Audi Q7 in July.

“I took the £22,500 cash alternative,” Justina, a local business owner, said. “It was the best option for me, but I still can’t believe I actually won. It’s surreal!”

Justina Rakauskiene won an Audi Q7 but opted for the £22,500 cash alternative instead
Justina Rakauskiene won an Audi Q7 but opted for the £22,500 cash alternative instead

Hittin It Big, one of the UK’s fastest-growing competition sites, runs weekly draws for everything from luxury cars to huge cash jackpots, with tickets starting from as little as 5p.

To take part - players pick a prize, choose tickets and watch the draws live online. 

Thousands of players take part each week and this weekend there’s a £250,000 cash prize up for grabs with Hittin It Big which has been running for five years.