A builder from Somerset has been left in tears after realising he had won £1 million in the National Lottery, an achievement he initially believed to be a prank. The man spent nine days ignoring numerous emails informing him of the win, unaware of the life-changing fortune he had secured. Once he acknowledged the messages, the reality of his unexpected windfall quickly sank in, bringing a mixture of disbelief and joy. This remarkable story highlights how even life-altering news can sometimes be met with scepticism before being embraced.