The recently drawn numbers have revealed the potential recipient of the colossal Mega Millions jackpot, estimated at a remarkable $1.1 billion for Tuesday. If secured, this windfall could rank as one of the most substantial rewards ever bestowed by the lottery. The winning numbers include 8, 24, 30, 45, and 61, along with the gold Mega Ball, numbered 12.
In the event of a victory, the jackpot holds the promise of becoming the fourth-largest prize recorded in the history of Mega Millions, as stated by the lottery officials. The fortunate winner could opt to receive the prize through annual installments stretched over 29 years or opt for the lump-sum alternative, estimated at a staggering $550.2 million, according to Mega Millions’ announcement.
Following a draw on Friday night where no ticket managed to match all six numbers, the jackpot ascended beyond the $1 billion mark. Remarkably, this upcoming Tuesday’s drawing marks the 30th occasion since the jackpot was last claimed in New York on April 18, as reported by Mega Millions.
Despite the absence of a jackpot winner on Friday, the drawing did produce notable successes. A ticket purchased in Pennsylvania secured a $5 million prize by successfully matching the initial five numbers and leveraging the optional Megaplier feature. This supplementary option, attainable through an additional $1 expenditure, is accessible in the majority of states
An additional set of four tickets, which were sold in Arizona, California, New York, and Pennsylvania, successfully matched the initial five numbers, resulting in a $1 million reward for each.
The most significant Mega Millions jackpot in history remains the $1.537 billion triumph achieved in South Carolina in 2018. This accomplishment is trailed by a $1.348 billion ticket sold in Maine in January, as well as a $1.337 billion prize awarded last July.
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