Lucky bayside gas station sells $50k powerball winner — money

Third-prize ticket matched enough numbers to land a massive Powerball payout

BAYSIDE, N.Y. — One New York Lottery player is holding a winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 after the third-prize-winning ticket from Saturday night’s drawing was sold at a Bayside service station.

The New York Lottery announced the winning ticket for the May 16 Powerball drawing was sold at Francis Lewis Service Station, located at 200-01 47 Ave. in Bayside, Queens.

Lottery officials said the ticket matched enough numbers in the drawing to secure a third-prize payout worth $50,000.

Powerball numbers are selected from a field of one through 69, while the red Power Ball is drawn separately from a field of one through 26. Drawings are televised every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m.

The New York Lottery said it remains North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.6 billion during the 2024-2025 fiscal year to support public schools across New York State.

Officials also reminded residents that help is available for gambling addiction through NYProblemGamblingHelp.org, by calling the confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369), or by texting HOPENY to 467369. Standard text messaging rates may apply.

Players must be 18 or older to participate in New York Lottery games.

Key Points

A $50,000 Powerball ticket was sold in Bayside, Queens
The winning ticket was purchased at Francis Lewis Service Station
The ticket won third prize in the May 16 Powerball drawing

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