A Frisco resident has claimed a $2 million Texas Lottery scratch-off prize after buying a $50 “Golden Riches” ticket at a Tom Thumb grocery store on Preston Road, according to details released by officials.
The winning ticket was purchased at Tom Thumb, 4848 Preston Road in Frisco, and the prize was claimed on February 18. The winner requested to remain anonymous.
Where the winning ticket was sold
Lottery officials said the $2 million winning ticket came from the “Golden Riches” scratch ticket game. The retailer that sold the ticket may also qualify for an added payout through the Lottery’s retailer bonus program, with a potential $10,000 bonus depending on eligibility rules.
How much $2 million becomes after federal taxes
Texas does not tax lottery winnings at the state level, but federal taxes apply. For prizes above $5,000, the Texas Lottery withholds 24% for federal taxes. A $2 million prize can also move the winner into the highest federal income tax bracket, meaning an additional amount may be owed beyond the initial withholding.
Using the commonly cited estimate that a total of 37% could go to federal taxes, the remaining take-home amount would be roughly $1.26 million.
Golden Riches odds and remaining top prizes
The “Golden Riches” game was printed with approximately 4,651,020 tickets, and the stated overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 3.76. Officials said this winner is the first of four $2 million top prizes to be claimed, leaving three top prizes still in play at the time of the update.
Beyond the top prize, the game includes other cash awards such as $10,000, $2,000, and additional smaller amounts down to $50.
A familiar hot spot for big scratch-off wins
Frisco has seen notable lottery wins before. In August, a Frisco resident claimed a $5 million prize in another scratch-off game after purchasing a $50 ticket at a nearby gas station location, underscoring how premium scratchers can generate headline-making payouts across North Texas.
Official details and game information
For game rules, prize structures, and official updates, readers can review the Texas Lottery’s scratch ticket information directly via the Texas Lottery.
