The Missouri ticket holder who won half of Powerball’s historic $1.78B jackpot described himself as a “homebody” and said the mind-blowing payday has caused the “best problem” he’s ever had.

Two lottery players — one in Texas and one in Missouri — split the near-record Sept. 6 Powerball jackpot, and on Monday, the Missouri Lottery announced one of the winners had come forward to claim his prize, albeit anonymously.

A self-described “homebody” has come forward to claim half of a near-record $1.78 billion Powerball jackpot prize.

A Missouri man claimed half of the $1.787B Powerball jackpot, choosing a $410M lump sum and planning a year focused on family and relaxation.

The articles share stories of Missouri lottery players who experience unexpected financial wins. Many did not expect to win or found out about their prize in surprising ways. These stories highlight moments when simple actions, such as making an unscheduled stop for gas or misunderstanding the value of a ticket, led to life-changing outcomes.

To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:

A $50,000 Powerball prize won in St. Louis County more than half a year ago expired earlier this week after it went unclaimed, according to the Missouri Lottery.