A Florida man is celebrating a life-changing windfall after claiming a $5 million top prize from the Florida Lottery’s $5,000,000 TRIPLE MATCH Scratch-Off game. The winner opted for the one-time, lump-sum payment of $3,319,810.00, instantly transforming his financial future.
Robert Davenport, 66, of Ponte Vedra Beach, purchased his winning ticket at First Coast Energy, located at 195 Corridor Road in Ponte Vedra Beach, where luck was clearly in the air. The retailer will receive a $10,000 bonus commission for selling the jackpot-winning Scratch-Off.
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The $20 $5,000,000 TRIPLE MATCH game, which launched in September 2023, has proven to be a hit with players, offering over $447 million in total cash prizes, including eight top prizes of $5 million. The game boasts overall odds of 1-in-2.85.
Scratch-off games remain a cornerstone of the Florida Lottery, accounting for approximately 74% of ticket sales in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Since its inception, the Lottery’s Scratch-Off games have awarded more than $65.5 billion in prizes, created a staggering 2,283 millionaires, and generated over $19.80 billion for the state’s Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF).
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The Florida Lottery continues to provide entertainment and opportunities for Floridians while simultaneously contributing significantly to the state’s education system.
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