TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Lottery today announced that Tampa resident David Hendry, 55, has claimed a massive $1 million prize after playing the popular 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game.
Hendry collected his winnings at the Lottery’s Tampa District Office, opting for a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.00.
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The lucky ticket was purchased at the Publix supermarket located at 2401 W. Azeele Street in Tampa. The retailer will also receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning Scratch-Off.
The $ 50,500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game boasts the largest top prize ever offered on a Florida Scratch-Off – a staggering $25 million. It also offers players the best odds of becoming an instant millionaire.
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With over $1.66 billion in total cash prizes available, the game’s overall odds of winning stand at an impressive 1-in-4.23.
Scratch-off games play a significant role in the Florida Lottery’s success, accounting for approximately 74% of ticket sales in the fiscal year 2023-2024. Since its inception, the Lottery’s Scratch-Off games have awarded over $65.5 billion in prizes and created 2,283 millionaires.
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