Someone in Florida won the $800 million Mega Millions jackpot Tuesday
Among the 45 states of Mega Millions players, one person playing in Florida holds an $800 million ticket with all five numbers plus the Mega Ball.
Most profitable stop at a Wawa ever.
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Tuesday’s Mega Millions numbers — 34, 48, 49, 59, 70 with a Mega Ball of 12 — were on a Quick Pick ticket from the Wawa at 14510 State Rd. 70 E., in unincorporated Manatee County near Bradenton.
According to the Florida Lottery website, this ticket must be cashed at the Florida Lottery main office, 50 Marriott Dr. in Tallahassee. The office can be emailed at CLAIMSPROCESSING@flalottery.com, called at 850-487-7787 and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This story was originally published July 29, 2026 at 9:23 AM.
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