Powerball Fever Grips the Nation: $750 Million Up For Grabs!
The Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering $750 million for Monday's drawing, making it the 10th largest in the game's history! After no ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday's draw, anticipation is building as players across the country dream of hitting the jackpot.
Monday's drawing marks the 37th since the jackpot was last won, offering a life-changing sum to one lucky winner. Imagine the possibilities with $750 million!
What Happens If You Win?
Should someone match all the numbers on Monday, they'll face a thrilling choice: an annuitized $750 million prize paid out over 29 years, or a lump-sum payment estimated at $338.6 million before taxes, according to the Multi-State Lottery Association. The annuity option offers one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments with a 5% incremental increase each year.
The winning numbers from Saturday's draw were 11, 14, 34, 47, 51 (white balls) and 18 (red Powerball). The Power Play multiplier was 2.
Remember the San Antonio Winner!
Just recently, a lucky player in San Antonio claimed a cool $1 million from a winning Powerball ticket drawn on August 18th! They matched all five white ball numbers but missed the Powerball. They purchased their winning Quick Pick at an H-E-B Food Store and chose to remain anonymous. Don't forget, even without the jackpot, there are still incredible prizes to be won!
How to Play and Where to Buy
To play Powerball, choose five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Match all six numbers to win the jackpot! Drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday night.
Ticket sales deadlines vary by state. In New York, you can buy tickets until 10 p.m. on the night of the draw. In New Jersey, the deadline is 9:45 p.m., and in Connecticut, it's 10 p.m. Check your local regulations to ensure you don't miss out!
Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your favor!