Two lucky Powerball participants set to share the staggering $1.8 billion prize
The Powerball game, a popular lottery across the nation, has once again captured the attention of players with its record-breaking jackpot. The latest draw saw two lucky tickets from Missouri and Texas take home the grand prize of $1.8 billion.
The winning numbers for the historic draw were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, with the red Powerball being 17, and a multiplier of 2. The jackpot win falls just short of the record-breaking $2.04-billion win from 2022 in California, but still marks a significant milestone in the game's history.
Matt Stawn, the Powerball product group chair and CEO of the Iowa Lottery, commented on the excitement surrounding the jackpot. "The Powerball game continues to attract significant attention and interest from players," he said. "Each Powerball ticket sold during the jackpot run gave players a chance at the prize."
The winners of the Powerball jackpot have two options to choose from regarding the payment method. They can opt for an annuity of $893.5 million each, paid out over 29 years, or a lump sum payment of $410.3 million before taxes. Matt Stawn also emphasised that each Powerball ticket sold supports vital public programs and services in the communities.
The Powerball game has consistently been topping new record-breaking sums, making it a major source of interest for players across the nation. The latest Powerball prize pool, although not able to top the new record, fell short by just one draw. Despite not reaching the record-breaking sum, the Powerball jackpot win will mint at least two new millionaires.
The Powerball game has been breaking new record-setting sums, although the latest prize pool fell short of setting a new record. The Powerball jackpot has not been won for over 40 draws, making the excitement surrounding this win all the more palpable.
As the winners come forward to claim their prizes, the Powerball game is sure to continue captivating the hearts and minds of players across the nation, offering a chance at life-changing wealth while supporting vital public programs and services in local communities.
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