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Columbus-area man strikes it big with $43,249 win on bowling-themed lottery game

GROVE CITY, OH – A Columbus-area man bowled over luck with a big win from the Ohio Lottery, taking home $43,249 from an EZPLAY ticket purchased at the Moose Lodge in Grove City.

The lucky player, identified as Richard F., hit the jackpot while playing the $2 bowling-themed game Perfect Game 300, part of the Ohio Lottery’s EZPLAY lineup. The ticket was sold at the Moose Lodge located at 1444 Demorest Road.

After 27.125% in taxes, Richard will receive a lump sum of $35,517.71.

Perfect Game 300 is a fast-play style game themed around bowling, offering instant prizes with no drawing required.

Since 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed more than $34 billion to education statewide. For more information on games or educational funding, visit ohiolottery.com.

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Key Points

Richard F. won $43,249 playing the $2 Perfect Game 300 EZPLAY lottery ticket
The winning ticket was sold at the Moose Lodge on Demorest Road in Grove City
After taxes, the winner will receive $35,517.71

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