For a decade, Chris Woodgate cleared his diary every Tuesday, hoping for a life-changing phone call. This week, that persistence paid off in spectacular fashion when a film crew arrived at his Leicester home not just with congratulations, but with the keys to a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith.
A Decade of Tuesdays Leads to a Dream Delivery
Chris had been a dedicated player of the online spot the ball competition run by dream car giveaway company BOTB for around ten years. His routine involved ensuring he was home every Tuesday—the day winners are announced—just in case the surprise call came. This Tuesday, it finally did.
Presenter Christian Williams had driven the jet-black luxury car from BOTB's London base to Chris's doorstep. "I'll have to get dressed first," was Chris's initial, shocked reaction to the unexpected visitors. The game requires pinpoint accuracy, challenging players to mark the exact location of a missing football in a photograph. After so long playing, Chris had become skilled, but landing on the perfect pixel is notoriously difficult.
"Chris, I am pleased to say you are this week's winner of the dream car competition," Christian announced, leading the winner outside. "You've just won a Rolls-Royce." Chris was initially speechless, later explaining he couldn't resist entering for this particular model as it was a special opportunity on the BOTB site.
An Early Christmas with a Cash-Filled Boot
The luxury motorcar, however, was only part of the astonishing prize. Chris had opted to play for a bonus, which meant a briefcase containing £45,000 in cash was waiting in the vehicle's boot. This sum comprised a £40,000 cash prize and an additional £5,000 gift to help with the substantial insurance costs for the Rolls-Royce.
"Christmas has come really early, hasn't it?" a delighted Chris remarked as the reality of his win began to sink in. The combined value of the prizes presents him with a profound, life-altering decision.
The Life-Changing Choice: Supercar or Financial Security?
Despite being bowled over by the sight of the prestigious car parked outside his house, Chris engaged in a serious discussion with the BOTB team about the cash alternative. He revealed the win could transform his circumstances, stating, "It would change my life completely. Because I live month to month at the moment."
He shared practical aspirations for the money, including addressing dental work he currently cannot afford, which he said means he "didn't smile very often at the moment." He also spoke of wanting to share his good fortune with family, adding to their Christmas presents.
Chris's extraordinary win is part of BOTB's weekly spot the ball series. The company also runs competitions for supercars and, this month, is offering a £1.15 million townhouse in Bath as a top prize, with entry tickets priced from just 95p.
