Atlanta, Georgia – The Mega Millions jackpot has reached a staggering $607 million after no winning tickets were sold during the latest drawing on Tuesday night. This monumental jackpot has attracted nationwide attention, with players eagerly anticipating their chance to win big.
The winning numbers drawn on Tuesday night were 6, 18, 26, 27, and 49, with a Mega ball of 4. Despite no one hitting the jackpot, a fortunate player in Florida managed to match all five white balls, securing the game’s second-tier prize of $1 million. Additionally, there were 21 players who won $10,000 and six who opted for the Megaplier to win $30,000.
The upcoming Mega Millions drawing scheduled for Friday, March 1, presents players with the opportunity to vie for the $607 million jackpot, which stands as the eighth-largest prize ever offered by the game. Alternatively, players can opt for the $286.9 million cash option.
With odds of winning the grand prize at 1 in 302,575,350, the game continues to capture the imagination of hopeful players across the country. Mega Millions tickets, priced at $2 per play, can be purchased in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Players also have the option to include the Megaplier for an additional dollar per play.
The last Mega Millions jackpot was claimed on December 8 in California, where two winners matched all six numbers to share the $395 million prize. Since then, the jackpot has been steadily growing, enticing players with the possibility of changing their fortunes in an instant. A sense of excitement and anticipation surrounds each drawing as players eagerly await the outcome.
As the Mega Millions jackpot continues to climb, the allure of striking it rich with a single ticket purchase has never been more prominent. Players across the country are gearing up for the next drawing, hoping to defy the odds and secure their chance at winning millions. The deadline for purchasing tickets is set for 9:45 p.m. on draw nights, ensuring ample opportunity for players to participate in the thrilling pursuit of the life-changing jackpot.