Casual afternoon of gaming turns unforgettable for Fairfax man who wins $200,000
Fairfax, Virginia – An ordinary afternoon at home turned extraordinary for Jason Bridwell of Fairfax, Virginia, when a few minutes of online fun led to a life-changing moment. Bridwell had been relaxing when he decided to play Wobblyblobs, an online instant game offered by the Virginia Lottery. By the time he was done, he found himself holding a $200,000 prize.
“I said ‘Woah!’” Bridwell recalled when speaking with Virginia Lottery officials. “Yeah, I think that just happened!”
The Wobblyblobs game is one of many available through the Virginia Lottery’s online platform, either on the official website at valottery.com or through the mobile app. The game offers a top prize of $300,000, and although the odds of winning that top prize are steep — about 1 in 666,666.67 — the odds per game are significantly more favorable at 1 in 2.3. That combination of challenge and possibility is what draws thousands of players to the online platform.
Online Options and Responsible Play
In addition to Wobblyblobs and other instant-win games, players in Virginia can access major draw games like Powerball, Mega Millions, and Cash4Life, along with daily favorites such as Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5, and Cash 5 with EZ Match. All players must be at least 18 years old and physically located within Virginia to participate in any online lottery activities.
Bridwell’s spontaneous decision to play the lottery on a quiet day at home is a reminder that luck can strike when least expected. While his win wasn’t the top prize, $200,000 is a stunning reward for just a few taps on a screen.
With many ways to play and millions of dollars in prizes available, the Virginia Lottery continues to provide entertainment and the thrill of possibility for players across the Commonwealth. As Bridwell’s reaction shows, sometimes a little bit of fun can lead to a moment worth remembering.
