Two Florida Fantasy 5 Winners Split Jackpot
The two winning tickets were purchased in West Miami-Dade and Ocala.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Gambling
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Two players correctly matched the winning Fantasy 5 numbers on Friday to split the jackpot. Each individual winner took home a prize of $56,615.
Why it matters
Fantasy 5 remains a popular game for Florida residents as interest in other state and multi-state lottery drawings grows. Players are currently eyeing upcoming draws for the Mega Millions, Powerball, and Florida Lotto jackpots.
The winning numbers for the Friday draw were 3, 11, 14, 19, and 31. Winners must claim their prizes at a state lottery district office.
The players
Florida Lottery
The Florida Lottery is the state agency responsible for overseeing and managing all state-sanctioned lottery games and ticket distributions.
Sedano's
Sedano's is a grocery store chain that serves as an authorized retailer for Florida Lottery tickets.
Love's Travel Stop
Love's Travel Stop is a nationwide network of travel centers that functions as a retail location for state lottery products.
The details
The winning tickets were sold at a Sedano's in West Miami-Dade and a Love's Travel Stop in Ocala. Winners must bring their tickets to a Florida Lottery district office between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays to collect their winnings.
Timeline
Friday: The Fantasy 5 drawing occurred.
Tuesday: The Mega Millions drawing occurs.
Saturday: The Powerball drawing occurs.
Culture Shift
This win follows the regulatory framework established by the Florida Lottery's claim process for high-tier prizes. The requirement to visit a district office ensures security and verification for all major state lottery payouts.
Players who purchased tickets in West Miami-Dade or Ocala should double-check their numbers against the Friday results. Winners must ensure they have their tickets ready for validation during district office hours.
The takeaway
Lottery players should always check their tickets promptly following a drawing to ensure they do not miss a claim window. Winners are reminded that official prize collection must occur at authorized district offices during standard business hours.
What happens next
Mega Millions jackpot draw occurs Tuesday for $385 million; Powerball jackpot draw occurs Saturday for $516 million.
Further reading
For more information on state gaming regulations, visit the Gambling section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Miami Herald.
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