UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has skyrocketed to an astonishing $593 million, and it’s time to check your tickets! The latest drawing is scheduled for Wednesday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern, and the stakes have never been higher.
Just weeks after two lucky winners from Texas and one from Missouri claimed a record-breaking $1.8 billion in the September 6 drawing, excitement is palpable as players nationwide rush to join the ranks of Powerball champions. Are you ready to see if you will hit the jackpot this time?
This evening’s winning numbers are: 10-31-49-51-68, with the Powerball being 19 and a Power Play multiplier of 2X. Additionally, the Double Play feature offers players in select locations another chance to win, with a separate drawing immediately following the main event and a top prize of $10 million.
For those looking to snag a piece of this life-changing prize, the estimated lump sum payout before taxes would be approximately $277.6 million. A ticket costs just $2, giving you a chance of 1 in 292.2 million to become the next big winner.
Powerball is available in 45 states, along with the District of Columbia, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Notably, the Double Play add-on feature can be purchased in 13 jurisdictions, including states like Pennsylvania and Michigan.
Remember, the deadline to purchase tickets is 9:45 p.m. Eastern, so make sure to get yours in time! With the clock ticking down, this could be your moment to change your life forever.
Stay tuned for the results and see if you are among the lucky ones! The anticipation is building, and tonight could be a game-changer for many.
