Georgia Lottery Players Claim Multiple Six-Figure Prizes in Recent Drawings

Three Georgia lottery players each won $172,244 after matching all five winning numbers in a Fantasy 5 drawing, while additional winners across the state claimed substantial prizes in other lottery games. The combined jackpots for major games now exceed $1 billion, maintaining strong player interest in Georgia's lottery offerings.

Fantasy 5 Winners

The three $172,244 Fantasy 5 winners all matched the numbers 1, 4, 6, 9, and 17 from the July 8 drawing. Tickets were purchased at three different locations: Short Stop at 4086 Jimmie Dyess Parkway in Augusta, Publix Super Market at 5885 Cumming Highway in Sugar Hill, and Publix at 2400 Jonesboro Road in Hampton.

In a separate Fantasy 5 drawing on July 9, a Bonaire player won $125,000 after matching all five winning numbers: 5, 10, 21, 34, and 38. This ticket was purchased through the Georgia Lottery mobile application, reflecting the growing use of digital platforms for lottery play.

Additional Prize Winners

Beyond the major Fantasy 5 prizes, other players claimed wins across Georgia's lottery portfolio. A Lilburn resident won $30,000 playing the Legacy of Liberty Diggi Game through the mobile app on July 7. An Atlanta player secured $10,000 in Keno on July 8 via the mobile application. A Thomaston player matched all five numbers in exact order in the Georgia FIVE midday drawing on July 8, winning $10,000 on a ticket purchased at Sai Food Mart, 2235 Barnesville Highway.

Jackpot Overview

The continued winning activity occurs as major jackpot games reach historic levels. Mega Millions is currently estimated at $604 million with a cash option of $266.3 million, while Powerball stands at an estimated $457 million with a cash option of $202.8 million. The surge in both games and recent player successes underscore sustained engagement with Georgia's lottery system.