Florida Lottery Winners Claim $2 Million Prizes

Two Florida men recently celebrated significant wins in state lottery scratch-off games, each claiming a $2 million top prize. Jesse Robinson, 49, from Gulfport, won his prize from the '100X The Cash' game, opting for a lump-sum payment of $1.28 million after taxes, with the retailer receiving a $4,000 bonus for selling the ticket. Meanwhile, Richard Hawkins, 38, from Lakeland, achieved the same winnings through the 'Triple 777' scratch-off game, also choosing the lump-sum payment of $1.28 million. Both games are popular among players, contributing to substantial revenues for the Florida Lottery and funds for educational programs in the state. Scratch-off games account for approximately 74% of ticket sales, having generated billions in prizes and contributions to the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund. The success stories underscore the life-changing potential of lottery games in Florida.