A lucky SuperLotto ticket sold in Woodland has hit the jackpot, with a staggering $54 million prize up for grabs, the California Lottery announced on Tuesday.
The winning ticket was sold at an undisclosed location in Woodland, a small town located in Yolo County, just northwest of Sacramento. The ticket matched all six numbers drawn on Monday night – 9, 15, 24, 39, 41, and the Mega number 26 – making it the sole winner of the massive $54 million jackpot.
The lucky winner has not yet come forward to claim their prize, but they have 180 days from the date of the drawing to do so. According to lottery officials, the winner has the option to receive the full $54 million in annual payments over 30 years, or they can opt for a lump sum payment of $29.6 million before taxes.
The retailer that sold the winning ticket will also receive a hefty bonus of $270,000, equivalent to 0.5% of the jackpot amount.
The Woodland jackpot is the largest SuperLotto prize won in California so far this year, and it marks the 13th time a jackpot has been hit in 2021. The last time the SuperLotto jackpot was won was on April 1, when a lucky ticket sold in South San Francisco scooped up $23 million.
California Lottery officials are urging the winner to sign the back of their ticket and keep it in a safe place before coming forward to claim their prize. The winner is also advised to seek financial advice before making any decisions regarding their windfall.
SuperLotto is a California state lottery game that offers players the chance to win big jackpots twice a week, with draws taking place on Wednesday and Saturday nights. Tickets cost $1 each and can be purchased at authorized retailers throughout the state.
As news of the Woodland jackpot spreads, excitement is building in the small town as locals eagerly await the identity of the mystery winner. The lucky ticket holder is set to become an overnight millionaire, joining the ranks of other fortunate Californians who have struck it rich playing the state lottery.
