Bradenton Man Wins $5 Million Jackpot with $20 Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket

In a remarkable turn of events, a 31-year-old resident of Bradenton, Florida, experienced a life-altering stroke of luck when he purchased a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket at his local Publix. Corday Hamilton's decision to try his luck on the Gold Rush Limited scratch-off game turned out to be the best choice he ever made.

The Florida Lottery recently confirmed that Hamilton had claimed the astonishing $5 million top prize from the Gold Rush Limited scratch-off game. His decision to receive a one-time, lump-sum payment resulted in an impressive sum of $3,960,000. It's a life-changing amount of money that will undoubtedly pave the way for new opportunities and dreams come true.

The odds of winning the top prize were staggering at 1-in-2,362,500, making Hamilton's achievement all the more remarkable. With a mix of excitement and disbelief, he made his way to the Florida Lottery's Headquarters in Tallahassee to claim his extraordinary winnings.

Hamilton's winning ticket was purchased at the Publix located at 501 North Beneva Road in Sarasota. As a token of appreciation, the retailer will be awarded a bonus commission of $10,000 for selling the winning ticket. It serves as a testament to the store's luck and serves as a reminder to lottery enthusiasts that fortune can smile upon anyone, anywhere.

The Gold Rush Limited scratch-off game has proven to be a lucrative opportunity for players, featuring 32 top prizes of $5 million and 100 prizes of $1 million. The game's overall odds of winning any prize stand at 1-in-2.65, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a chance at life-changing winnings.