A Long Island resident has scored big with the New York Lottery’s $1,000,000 Cashword Bonus scratch-off game, the New York Lottery announced.

Bhav Patel of Williston Park claimed the top prize and chose to receive a one-time lump sum payment of $442,683 after required withholdings, lottery officials announced.

The winning ticket was purchased at Mis Amigos, located at 93-13 37th Ave. in Jackson Heights.

All top prizes on the $1,000,000 Cashword Bonus ticket (#1633) have now been claimed.

Lower-tier prizes remain valid and may be cashed through June 12, 2026. Players can check the status of any New York Lottery scratch-off game by downloading the Game Report at nylottery.ny.gov.

The New York Lottery continues to be North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.6

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