Hyattsville man wins $61k racetrax prize thanks to nephew’s advice
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Hyattsville man wins $61K Racetrax prize thanks to nephew’s advice

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January 28, 2025

DISTRICT HEIGHTS, MD — A Hyattsville resident scored a $61,690 Racetrax win after taking advice from his nephew during a visit to a District Heights Lottery retailer earlier this month.

Typically a scratch-off player, the Prince George’s County man decided to try Racetrax after his nephew, a fan of the game, taught him how to play. Following the advice to use the Superfecta Wheel option, he placed a $1 bet on horses 9, 10, 11, and 1, covering all possible combinations with the 1 horse finishing fourth.

The horses came through in the exact order of 11, 9, 10, and 1, delivering the $61,690 jackpot. The winner, who was not even watching the race, later checked his $6 ticket and was thrilled to discover his massive win.

The retired government employee plans to use the money to pay bills, enjoy hobbies like golfing and bowling, and treat himself. His previous biggest win was a $10,000 scratch-off prize.

Lucky Lottery, located at 6029 Marlboro Pike in District Heights, will also celebrate, receiving a $616.90 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling the winning ticket.

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

Experience and interests: Criminal Justice, Business, Animal Care, Entertainment, Lottery News, Local News

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