The Powerball lottery’s grand prize soared to an impressive $185 million on Wednesday, capturing widespread attention across the United States. Despite millions of hopeful participants, no one matched all the winning numbers drawn, leaving the massive jackpot untouched.
The cash option of $92 million goes unclaimed
For those favoring a lump sum, the cash option stood at a notable $92 million. As anticipation builds, players nationwide are eagerly awaiting the next draw, hoping to become the lucky winner of this monumental prize.
Powerball jackpot climbs as no winner emerges in Wednesday’s drawing
Wednesday’s Powerball drawing featured the numbers 6, 19, 35, 47, 57, with the Red Powerball number being 9. As anticipated, no participant successfully matched all the winning numbers, allowing the jackpot to roll over. Additionally, no tickets managed to match five numbers to claim the $1 million prize.
Powerball jackpot hits $201 million for Saturday, August 10, 2024 drawing
The next Powerball drawing is set for Saturday, August 10, 2024, with an astounding estimated grand prize of $201 million. Players can opt for the annuity option, which distributes payments over 29 years, or choose a lump-sum cash payment for immediate access to their winnings.
Prize Breakdown:
| Match | Prize |
|---|---|
| 5 + Powerball | $201 Million (Annuity) or $140.3 Million (Cash) |
| 5 | $1 Million |
| 4 + Powerball | $50,000 |
| 4 | $100 |
| 3 + Powerball | $100 |
| 3 | $7 |
| 2 + Powerball | $7 |
| 1 + Powerball | $4 |
| 0 + Powerball | $4 |
Make sure to get your tickets before the draw date to participate in this life-changing opportunity. Good luck to all the players!
Winning odds of the Powerball jackpot
Achieving the Powerball jackpot has staggering odds of 1 in 292.2 million. However, the recent drawing saw numerous winners in the lower-tier categories. Notably, 264,000 players each secured a $4 prize, alongside various other payouts.
