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Fortune struck again in South Florida: a single ticket sold at a Publix supermarket in Hallandale Beach, in Broward County, won the jackpot of $36.5 million in the Florida Lottery drawing held on Wednesday, September 24th.
According to the Florida Lottery on its website, the ticket matched all six drawn numbers: 2, 4, 6, 8, 18, and 22.
The sequence has generated comments among regular players, as all the numbers are even and four of them follow an unusual consecutive order for this type of draw.
A historic award in 2025
The amount of $36.5 million represents the second highest jackpot awarded by the Florida Lottery so far in 2025, surpassed only by the $43 million distributed in January in Destin.
In addition, it marks the return of the grand prizes after more than four months, since $8.75 million was awarded in Jacksonville Beach in May.
So far, in 2025, six major prizes have been recorded:
January 15: $43 million – Tom Thumb in Destin
March 8: $10.75 million – Chevron in Southwest Ranches
March 15: $1.5 million – PCB Mobil in Panama City Beach
March 29: $3 million – Murphy in Lake City
May 7: $8.75 million – J and J Food Store in Jacksonville Beach
September 24: $36.5 million – Publix in Hallandale Beach
The ticket has not been claimed yet
As of this Friday, the winner has not shown any signs of claiming the prize.
According to the Florida Lottery, the ticket holder has 180 days to present it, with a deadline of March 25, 2026.
However, if you wish to receive payment in a single cash payment, the deadline is reduced to 60 days from the drawing.
Where and how to collect
The winning ticket was sold at the Publix located at 1400 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, just 14 miles from Miami and about 50 miles from Palm Beach.
The Florida Lottery reminds us that:
Prizes of up to $599 can be redeemed at any authorized point of sale.
Prizes ranging from $600 to $1 million must be claimed at district offices.
Prizes exceeding $1 million, as well as those that include annual payments, must be claimed at the main office of the Lottery in Tallahassee.
Can the winner remain anonymous?
State law stipulates that the names of the winners, along with their city of residence, the amount, and the game, must be made public. However, if the prize exceeds $250,000, the winner's identity can be kept confidential for 90 days from the date of the claim, unless they choose to disclose it earlier.
The anticipation grows
The next Florida Lottery drawing is scheduled for Saturday, with an estimated prize of $1 million.
Meanwhile, in Hallandale Beach, anticipation is growing: a customer at the local Publix walks, unknowingly, with a ticket that could change their life.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Florida Lottery Prize
Where was the winning ticket for $36.5 million from the Florida Lottery sold?
The winning ticket for the $36.5 million Florida Lottery was sold at a Publix supermarket located at 1400 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, in Hallandale Beach, Florida. This Publix is situated just 14 miles from Miami and about 50 miles from Palm Beach.
How long can the winner claim the Florida Lottery prize?
The winner has 180 days from the date of the draw to claim the prize, which sets the deadline for March 25, 2026. If the winner chooses the lump-sum cash payment option, the period is reduced to 60 days from the draw.
Can the winner of the Florida Lottery remain anonymous?
According to Florida state law, the names of the winners, along with their city of residence, the amount, and the game, must be made public. However, if the prize exceeds $250,000, the winner's identity may be kept confidential for 90 days from the date of the claim, unless they choose to disclose it sooner.
What are the winning numbers for the Florida Lottery drawing of $36.5 million?
The winning numbers from the Florida Lottery draw that awarded the $36.5 million prize were 2, 4, 6, 8, 18, and 22. The sequence sparked comments among regular players because all the numbers are even and four of them follow an unusual consecutive order.
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