RALEIGH, N.C. — A fortunate lottery player from Greensboro became an instant millionaire on Friday after winning a $1.16 million jackpot on a digital instant game, North Carolina Education Lottery officials announced.

Epic Jackpot Win on Wheel of Bonuses Game

The winner purchased a $2 Wheel of Bonuses ticket through the lottery’s online platform and immediately claimed the game’s Epic jackpot. The remarkable win came despite astronomical odds of 1 in 15.5 million, making this victory an exceptionally rare occurrence.

Following Friday’s significant payout, the Wheel of Bonuses jackpot has reset to its base level of $50,000 and is already beginning to grow again as players continue to participate in the game.

Part of Expanding Digital Gaming Portfolio

Wheel of Bonuses represents one of nine progressive jackpot games currently available to North Carolina players through the lottery’s digital instant games platform. These online games have become increasingly popular, offering players the convenience of instant play and the potential for life-changing prizes.

Prize Claim Details

The lucky winner now has 180 days from the date of the win to come forward and officially claim their $1.16 million prize. Lottery officials have not yet released additional details about the winner’s identity, following standard privacy protocols.

Education Benefits Continue

The North Carolina Education Lottery continues to fulfill its mission of supporting educational programs throughout the state. In Guilford County alone, lottery proceeds have contributed $31.7 million toward education initiatives.

Players and community members interested in learning more about the lottery’s educational impact can visit www.nclottery.com and access detailed information through the website’s “Impact” section, which provides comprehensive data on how lottery funds benefit local school systems and educational programs across North Carolina.