Retired analyst claims top prize on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire quiz show

The correct sequence of 15 answers brought victory for Stockport-based former IT specialist Roman Dubovsky. He also appeared in Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? won the £1 million jackpot, becoming the seventh contestant to reach the top prize on the long-running programme. jeremy clarksonConfirmation of the result appeared in coverage by the BBC, which detailed how Dubovsky progressed through a stressful structure that required accuracy, calmness and careful choices with support equipment. From another perspective, producers of the ITV series say it is unusual to claim the entire prize, marking them as one of the few to have reached the highest level since its launch.Roman Dubovsky said that winning the ITV game show was “surreal”, adding that he had to “have a cup of tea afterwards” and “let it sink in”. Recalling how he trusted instincts and recalling that when he faced the final question, he associated a registered symbol with written works and major art works. Choices included Bass Ale, The Famous Grouse, Coca-Cola and Stella Artois. Dubovsky recognized the red triangle associated with Bass Alley from Édouard Manet’s painting A Bar at the Folies-Bergère, which he had seen in the Courtauld Gallery in London. From there, he started eliminating options using a 50-50 lifeline.As the options dwindled, he felt confident, which guided him towards Bass Alley. That selection opened the door to a million pounds, an unusual result in the show’s history.Dubowski plans to buy a new house with the cash prize, followed by trips to New Zealand and parts of South America. Instead of keeping it all for himself, he would give a portion especially to younger relatives like his niece and nephew. This victory changed personal plans in quiet but meaningful ways.The contestant’s journey to the studio lasted several years. He first applied when the host was Chris Tarrant, followed by another attempt after the pandemic ended. Last year’s casting call piqued his interest again, a decision that resulted in his selection and victory.Dubovsky is among those claiming seven-figure awards, joining him with names like Judith Keppel and Pat Gibson. The show’s enduring charm becomes evident through moments like these, where calm focus meets preparation for navigating high-pressure decisions.