In an exciting turn of events, the Florida Lottery has announced that 56-year-old Antonio Redden from Sanford has become the lucky winner of a $1 million prize. Redden’s fortune came from the $1,000,000 A YEAR FOR LIFE SPECTACULAR Scratch-Off game, and he opted to claim his winnings through a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.00.
The winning ticket was purchased at Kevin’s Corner Store, situated at 2001 South French Avenue, in Sanford. For its role in this life-changing event, the store will be rewarded with a $2,000 bonus commission. This win comes from the Lottery’s $50 Scratch-Off game, which was introduced in February. The game offers players the chance to win one of two top prizes of $1 million a year for life, along with 234 prizes of $1 million each. It boasts more than $1.6 billion in cash prizes, setting the stage for numerous potential winners. With overall odds of winning at 1-in-4.50, the game has quickly captured the imagination of lottery enthusiasts.
Scratch-Off games are a crucial component of the Florida Lottery’s game portfolio, accounting for approximately 72 percent of ticket sales in the fiscal year 2022-2023. These games have been instrumental in generating over $18.39 billion for the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF), illustrating the significant impact lottery sales have on supporting educational initiatives in the state.