Chinese Man Wins 10,000 Yuan at Ancestors' Tomb During Qing Ming Festival

A 25-year-old man from Guangxi province, China, celebrated his largest lottery win during the Qing Ming Festival after scratching 60 tickets at his ancestors' tomb, attributing his good fortune to their blessings. He spent 600 yuan on the tickets and initially uncovered a 4,000-yuan prize before continuing to scratch, ultimately winning a total of 10,000 yuan. This practice of bringing lottery tickets to ancestral graves has gained popularity among young people during the festival, as they hope for luck and success through their ancestors' guidance. The man's social media post about his win received significant attention, highlighting the blend of tradition and modernity in contemporary Chinese culture. Many young people have commented humorously about the pressure they feel to win, reflecting a cultural shift in ancestral veneration. The trend of incorporating lottery tickets into ancestral rituals underscores a unique fusion of hope and heritage in China.