Frisco Resident Wins $2 Million in Texas Lottery Scratch-Off Game

The winning ticket was purchased at a Tom Thumb store in Frisco.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A Frisco resident has claimed a $2 million prize in the Texas Lottery's Golden Riches scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at a Tom Thumb store in Frisco and is the first of four $2 million prizes to be claimed in the game.

Why it matters

Lottery wins of this magnitude are rare, and this story highlights the excitement and life-changing impact that such windfalls can have on individuals and their communities. It also showcases the continued popularity of scratch-off lottery games in Texas.

The details

The winning $50 scratch-off ticket was purchased at the Tom Thumb store located at 4848 Preston Road in Frisco. The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, claimed the prize on February 18th. After federal taxes of 37% are withheld, the winner will take home approximately $1.26 million.

  • The winning ticket was purchased on February 18, 2026.
  • The winner claimed the $2 million prize on February 18, 2026.

The players

Frisco Resident

The anonymous winner of the $2 million Texas Lottery scratch-off prize.

Tom Thumb

The grocery store chain where the winning $2 million scratch-off ticket was purchased.

Texas Lottery

The state lottery organization that oversees the Golden Riches scratch-off game.

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What’s next

The Texas Lottery may award a $10,000 bonus to the Tom Thumb store that sold the winning $2 million ticket under the Retailer Bonus Program.

The takeaway

This lottery win is a reminder of the life-changing potential of scratch-off games, even for everyday residents. It also highlights the continued popularity of the Texas Lottery and the role of local retailers in facilitating these big payouts.