DeFuniak Springs Man Claims $5 Million Florida Lottery Prize on 200X THE CASH
Quick Facts
| Prize Won | $5,000,000 |
| Cash Taken Home | $3,450,000 |
| Ticket Price | $20 |
| Location | DeFuniak Springs, Florida |
| Store | Tom Thumb Store, DeFuniak Springs |
Paul Cich, 61, of DeFuniak Springs, Florida, officially claimed a $5 million top prize on the 200X THE CASH $20 scratch-off game in late March 2026.
Cich purchased the winning ticket at a Tom Thumb store in DeFuniak Springs and traveled to Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee to claim his prize.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Winner | Paul Cich, 61 |
| Hometown | DeFuniak Springs, Florida |
| Prize | $5,000,000 |
| Cash Option | $2,779,400 (official cash value) |
| Game | 200X THE CASH |
| Ticket Price | $20 |
| Purchase Location | Tom Thumb #109, DeFuniak Springs |
| Top Prizes Remaining (as of July 5, 2026) | 1 |
The Claim
Cich chose the one-time lump-sum cash option. According to official Florida Lottery records, the cash value for this prize was $2,779,400 before taxes.
Florida is one of the best states for lottery winners because it has no state income tax. Winners keep significantly more of their prize compared to high-tax states like New York or Maryland.
Current Game Status – 200X THE CASH (July 2026)
As of July 5, 2026, live data from Scratchers Paradise shows that only 1 top $5 million prize remains in the active 200X THE CASH game in Florida. The game carries overall odds of approximately 1 in 2.96.
Florida currently has 64 active scratch-off games. With only one top prize left in this particular title, the expected value has decreased substantially since launch.
→ Check the latest remaining prizes and value for 200X THE CASH and all Florida games:
Florida Scratch-Off Rankings (Updated Daily)
What This Win Means for Florida Players
This was one of the final $5 million prizes available in the current run of 200X THE CASH. With only one top prize remaining, players should check live data before purchasing, as the math has shifted.
Florida’s 60-day claim deadline is one of the shortest in the nation, so winners need to act quickly once they hit a major prize.
Pro tip: With only 1 top prize left in 200X THE CASH, compare it against other Florida $20 games on the live rankings. Games like Scorching Hot 7s and $50, $100 & $500 BLOWOUT currently offer positive ROI.
How to Claim in Florida
- Sign the back of your ticket immediately.
- Prizes $1 million and above are claimed at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee.
- You must claim within 60 days of the game ending.
- Florida allows anonymity for most winners.
Play Responsibly
The lottery is a game of chance. While Paul Cich’s win is real and exciting, the odds always favor the house in the long run.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
Sources
- Florida Lottery official winner information
- AOL News / local Florida reporting
- Scratchers Paradise live Florida data (updated July 5, 2026)
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Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information from official state lottery sources and news reports. ScratchersParadise is not affiliated with any state lottery commission. Lottery games are games of chance. Please play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
