The record Mega Millions jackpot reached $ 1.22 billion: the winner has been found!
28 december 2024 в 21:13
The Mega Millions lottery jackpot constantly grew, attracting players despite the daunting odds of 1 in 302.6 million. As the grand prize reached astronomical heights, ticket sales increased, and hopefuls chased after the constantly growing prize of $ 1.22 billion. The last time a player won the jackpot was on September 10, but after months of waiting, the jackpot was finally won on Friday.
Learn more about the winning ticket, where it was sold, and additional details below.
The winning ticket matched the white balls 3, 7, 37, 49, 55, and the gold Mega Ball 6.
After three months without a winner, a ticket worth approximately $ 1.22 billion was sold in California in the Friday Mega Millions drawing, according to the official Mega Millions website. The winning ticket, which matched all six numbers, was purchased in Shasta County at a Circle K convenience store on Ronda Avenue in Cottonwood, California.
Mega Millions and Powerball are available in 45 states, as well as in Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Powerball is also sold in Puerto Rico.
Tickets cost $ 2 for one play.
Starting in April, the price of Mega Millions tickets will increase to $ 5. This price hike is part of a series of changes aimed at improving jackpot odds, offering more frequent large prizes, and providing even larger payouts.
The identity of the winner or winners is currently unknown.
The estimated cash value of Friday’s jackpot is $ 549.7 million, according to the lottery.
To receive the full amount of the Mega Millions jackpot, the winner must choose the annuity option, which is paid out over 29 years. Almost all jackpot winners choose the cash option
Learn more about the winning ticket, where it was sold, and additional details below.
The winning ticket matched the white balls 3, 7, 37, 49, 55, and the gold Mega Ball 6.
After three months without a winner, a ticket worth approximately $ 1.22 billion was sold in California in the Friday Mega Millions drawing, according to the official Mega Millions website. The winning ticket, which matched all six numbers, was purchased in Shasta County at a Circle K convenience store on Ronda Avenue in Cottonwood, California.
Mega Millions and Powerball are available in 45 states, as well as in Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Powerball is also sold in Puerto Rico.
Tickets cost $ 2 for one play.
Starting in April, the price of Mega Millions tickets will increase to $ 5. This price hike is part of a series of changes aimed at improving jackpot odds, offering more frequent large prizes, and providing even larger payouts.
The identity of the winner or winners is currently unknown.
The estimated cash value of Friday’s jackpot is $ 549.7 million, according to the lottery.
To receive the full amount of the Mega Millions jackpot, the winner must choose the annuity option, which is paid out over 29 years. Almost all jackpot winners choose the cash option
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