Brooklyn Man Wins $10 Million Jackpot for the Second Time in New York Lottery

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08/12/2023 19h53

Wayne Murray, a resident of Brooklyn, has made headlines once again as he recently claimed a $10 million prize in the New York Lottery's 200X scratch-off game. This marks the second time in just 16 months that Murray has won the same hefty amount, as confirmed by the state agency responsible for overseeing the lottery.

Choosing to receive a single lump sum payment, Murray took home $6,122,400 for his latest jackpot, mirroring his decision for his first win. Both winning tickets were purchased from the H & A Gas & Convenience store located in Brooklyn. Murray expressed his humility and a sense of liberation upon being announced as the winner last year.

The odds of winning the 200X scratch-off game are reported to be 1 in 3.5 million, while the odds for the Black Titanium scratch-off game, in which Murray secured his first $10 million win, are slightly higher at 1 in 3.6 million, according to information provided by the state agency.

These consecutive victories by Murray are a remarkable feat, given the slim chances of winning such large sums of money in the lottery. It highlights his extraordinary luck and sets him apart as an incredibly fortunate individual within the lottery's player base.

Not only does Murray's success captivate the public's imagination, but it also sheds light on the overwhelming popularity of the New York Lottery's scratch-off games. The agency recently revealed that these games contributed to over $4.4 billion in total sales during the previous fiscal year. Consequently, this boosted the financial aid provided to school districts across the various boroughs of New York City, surpassing $1 billion.

As word of Wayne Murray's incredible winning streak spreads, more and more individuals may be enticed to try their luck with scratch-off games in the hopes of their own life-changing win.

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