Florida Lottery Player Wins $800 Million Mega Millions Jackpot
A lottery ticket sold in Florida has won the $800 million Mega Millions jackpot.
Raleigh Durham, NC, July 29, 2026 —
A single lottery ticket purchased in Florida has matched all the numbers to win the $800 million Mega Millions jackpot, lottery officials announced. The winning ticket was sold in the state, though the specific location of the sale has not yet been detailed.
The massive jackpot, one of the largest in Mega Millions history, was drawn on [Date of Draw – information not provided in summary]. The winning numbers were [Winning Numbers – information not provided in summary].
The identity of the winner has not been released, and the location where the ticket was purchased is also pending confirmation. Lottery officials are expected to provide further details as the winner comes forward to claim their prize.
Mega Millions drawings are held twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. This significant win marks a major event for lottery players in Florida and across the participating states. The prize is estimated at $800 million, with the option for a lump sum payment or annual installments.
The contractor responsible for selling the ticket was not identified in the information provided. Further details regarding the sale and the claim process will be made available once confirmed by lottery officials.
Story summarized from the original created by WPVI on 6abc.com, see more information here.
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