> I don't think the act of buying a lottery ticket would give me anywhere near the same amount of pleasure as... ...my once-a-year flutter on the Grand Nationa

> I don't think the act of buying a lottery ticket would give me anywhere near the same amount of pleasure as... ...my once-a-year flutter on the Grand National. Having skin in the game multiplies the excitement of this horse-race, which is already one of the most exciting races there is. Making selections on a lottery ticket, or rubbing stuff off a scratch-card somehow doesn't have the same appeal; and doesn't give you nearly nearly 10 minutes of fun. Last time I picked a winner was about 20 years ago. Last time I got a place was at least 6 years ago. I know my money's going down the sewer. /me not a betting man; apart from the GN, I don't bet on sports; I don't gamble on cards, and I've only once been in a casino. I'm not much of an investor.