Man Accidentally br Wins Lottery Twice A lottery player doubled br his winnings from br $14 million to $28 million, after he accidentally br purchased a second ticket. The lucky Australian winner br had played the same numbers for 30 years. Matt Hard, Lottery spokesman, via MSN The lucky winner initially br did not answer the call,br notifying him about his winnings. When he was eventually contacted, br he couldn't believe his luck.