Germantown, MD – A Montgomery County man who once missed out on a winning draw by skipping a day of play secured a $50,000 Bonus Match 5 prize after matching his numbers on October 30.
The player said he has long relied on combinations tied to family dates and figures.
He claimed the top prize on Monday and said he plans to keep playing the same sets of numbers.
Key Points
- Germantown resident won a $50,000 Bonus Match 5 top prize on October 30
- The player has used the same sets of family-based numbers for years
- His retailer will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket
The winner explained that he once missed out on a major payout after forgetting to buy a ticket on a day his numbers hit, prompting him to become more consistent with his play.
The combinations he uses include several number sets with personal meaning, and he said he intends to continue playing both of his preferred sequences even after securing the top-tier prize.
He noted that he also won $400 earlier this year while playing the same game.
Winnings earmarked for future plans
The player and his wife have been organizing a trip to Italy planned for 2028, and he said the Bonus Match 5 winnings will help with the preparations.
For now, he intends to deposit the funds into an interest-bearing account.
Retailer receives sales bonus
Kingsview Beer and Wine, located at 13406 Kingsview Village Avenue in Germantown, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
Lottery officials confirmed the payout and reminded players that Bonus Match 5 drawings continue daily.