David Martinez, 49, of Kissimmee, is celebrating a life-changing windfall after claiming a $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s GOLD RUSH LEGACY Scratch-Off game. Martinez opted for the instant gratification of a $640,000 lump-sum payment, proving that sometimes, a quick payout is worth more than waiting.
Martinez’s lucky ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven located at 101 State Road 436 in Fern Park.
He turned a mere $20 into a massive $1 million prize, demonstrating the thrilling potential of Florida Lottery Scratch-Off games. The 7-Eleven store will also receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning ticket.
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The GOLD RUSH LEGACY game, a $20 Scratch-Off, launched in April and features four top prizes of $10 million and 20 prizes of $1 million. With over $894 million in total cash prizes and overall odds of winning at 1-in-2.97, it’s no wonder Floridians are flocking to play.
Scratch-off games remain a cornerstone of the Florida Lottery, accounting for approximately 74 percent of ticket sales in the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
Since their inception, these games have awarded over $65.5 billion in prizes, created 2,283 millionaires, and generated more than $19.80 billion for the state’s Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF).
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