BROCKTON, MA —A Brockton resident received an unforgettable birthday surprise after winning big in the Massachusetts Lottery.
Gerald Spirdione won $196,063 on a $10 bet while playing "The Lamp," an online-only eInstant game available through Mass Lottery Online.
Making the win even sweeter, Spirdione claimed his prize at the Massachusetts Lottery's headquarters in Dorchester on Wednesday, giving him an extra reason to celebrate.
"Today is my birthday, so this win is the icing on the cake!" Spirdione told the Massachusetts Lottery.
Under lottery rules, online prizes of $50,000 or more must be claimed at the Massachusetts Lottery's headquarters.
Anyone hoping to try their luck with Mass Lottery Online must be at least 21 years old and physically located in Massachusetts when playing or depositing money into their account.
Players must also have a Mass Lottery Player Account, which can be created at masslottery.com or through the Mass Lottery app on a mobile device or tablet.
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