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Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.7 Billion—Third Largest Ever!

UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has surged to an astonishing $1.7 billion following Wednesday’s drawing, where no one matched all six numbers. This makes it the third largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history, according to the Multi-State Lottery Association. The winning numbers drawn were 3, 16, 29, 61, 69, and the red Powerball 22, with a Power Play multiplier of 2.

The next drawing is set for Saturday night, and excitement is building as the jackpot has now reached 42 consecutive drawings without a winner. This is the longest stretch since the last winner was crowned on May 31, 2023, in California. Powerball’s previous record jackpots of $2.04 billion in 2022 and $1.765 billion in 2023 were also won in California, highlighting the state’s luck in this high-stakes game.

Players are eager to get in on the action. The staggering $1.7 billion jackpot is the total amount for winners opting for 30 annual installments, but a lump-sum cash option of approximately $770 million is also available, though both totals are before taxes.

Despite the massive prize, the odds of winning remain unchanged at about 1 in 292.2 million. As more tickets are sold, the chances of multiple winners increase, adding to the thrill and tension surrounding the game. Powerball tickets are priced at $2 each and are available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

As excitement builds ahead of the Saturday drawing, players across the nation are anxiously dreaming about what they would do with their winnings. With a jackpot of this magnitude, the potential for life-changing outcomes is immense, making this a hot topic for discussion and sharing.

Stay tuned for further developments as the next drawing approaches, and prepare for what could be a historic night!

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