The Mega Millions lottery drawing on Tuesday failed to produce a grand prize winner, resulting in a jackpot increase to $627 million for the upcoming Friday draw.
Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing left lottery enthusiasts hopeful but disappointed as no ticket matched all six numbers, leading to a significant increase in the jackpot to an estimated $627 million for the Friday draw. This colossal prize marks the highest in the game's history, surpassed only by the unprecedented $1.13 billion won in July 2022.
While no grand prize winner emerged, two lucky players from South Carolina struck gold by matching five white balls without the Mega Ball, earning $1 million and $2 million respectively. The latter winner benefited from the Megaplier option, which doubled their winnings.
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $627 Million, Awaits Winner
The drawing saw a total of 30 tickets matching four white balls and the Mega Ball, bagging the third-tier prize of $10,000. Ten of these tickets carried the Megaplier, boosting their winnings to $20,000 each.
Since its inception in 2002, Mega Millions has consistently delivered impressive jackpots. This is only the ninth time the jackpot has crossed the $600 million threshold, a testament to the game's unwavering popularity.
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $627 Million, Awaits Winner
Winners often opt for the cash option instead of the annuity payments, which are distributed over 29 years. The estimated cash option value for Friday's draw is $309.1 million.
Mega Millions is not the only lottery enticing lottery enthusiasts. Powerball, the other popular multi-state lottery, also offers substantial jackpots. Powerball drawings occur three times a week at 11 p.m. ET.
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $627 Million, Awaits Winner
Participation in Mega Millions is simple. Tickets cost $2 per line and odds of winning the grand prize with a $2 ticket are one in 303 million. Players can visit the Mega Millions website to purchase tickets or check winning numbers.
Mega Millions has captivated players for decades with its potential for life-changing wealth. The upcoming Friday draw promises to be one of the game's most anticipated, with a staggering $627 million jackpot up for grabs.
