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Winner claims $800M Mega Millions ticket sold near Sarasota
Sarasota Herald-Tribune • • business
Key Points:
- The $800 million Mega Millions jackpot ticket sold near Sarasota was claimed by a winner from Bradenton, Florida, who chose the $344.2 million cash option before taxes, according to Florida Lottery records.
- The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased at Wawa No. 5185 on State Road 70 E. in Bradenton, matching all six numbers drawn on July 28 and ending a 37-drawing rollover streak.
- The winner's identity remains temporarily exempt from public disclosure under Florida law, with the Florida Lottery citing exemption pursuant to F.S. 24.1051, though the location is confirmed as Bradenton.
- This prize ranks among the largest Mega Millions jackpots historically and is the biggest lottery prize won in Florida since the $1.602 billion Mega Millions jackpot in August 2023.
- Florida Lottery officials emphasized the significance of the win and reminded players that prizes must be claimed within 180 days, with the cash option claim deadline being 60 days after the drawing.
