A Queens lottery player secured a top prize in Thursday night’s TAKE 5 drawing, adding to a series of same-day wins across New York.
Springfield Gardens, New York – The New York Lottery announced that a top-prize winning TAKE 5 ticket worth $32,118.50 was sold in Springfield Gardens for the April 9 evening drawing, continuing a strong day of payouts for players across the state.
The winning ticket was purchased at Springfield Village Wine & Spirits, located at 134-49 Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Lottery officials said the ticket matched all five numbers drawn from a field of one through 39 to claim the top prize.
Second TAKE 5 win reported the same day
The evening win follows another top-prize TAKE 5 ticket sold earlier in the day on Long Island, reflecting the game’s twice-daily drawing schedule and consistent distribution of prizes statewide.
TAKE 5 drawings are held every day at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., offering players multiple chances to win. The game’s structure and relatively favorable odds compared to larger multi-state jackpots contribute to frequent payouts in local communities.
Winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prize, according to New York Lottery guidelines.
Lottery supports education statewide
The New York Lottery remains the largest and most profitable lottery in North America, contributing approximately $3.6 billion to support public education in New York State during the 2024–2025 fiscal year.
Officials also emphasized the importance of responsible gaming and encouraged individuals in need of assistance to seek help through available resources.
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Key Points
• $32,118 TAKE 5 top-prize ticket sold in Springfield Gardens, Queens
• Winning ticket purchased at Springfield Village Wine & Spirits
• Second top-prize TAKE 5 win reported in New York on April 9
