DES MOINES, Iowa – Lottery players eagerly awaited the drawing for a chance at Saturday night’s staggering $935 million Powerball jackpot. The jackpot has steadily increased over nearly three months, capturing the attention of hopeful participants across the country.
With the numbers 12, 13, 33, 50, 52, and the red Powerball 23 drawn, contestants held their breath in anticipation of a jackpot win. Remarkably, no one has claimed the top prize since New Year’s Day, marking 37 consecutive drawings without a lucky winner. This near-record streak is edging closer to the 41 consecutive drawings record set in both 2022 and 2021.
The allure of Powerball lies in its challenging odds of 1 in 292.2 million, making jackpot victories exceptionally rare. By maintaining these challenging odds, the jackpot grows exponentially, drawing in more participants seeking a life-changing win.
For the fortunate winner who opts for an annuity, the $935 million jackpot will be paid out over 30 years. Those choosing the cash option would receive a lump sum of $452.3 million, but bear in mind that both prizes are subject to federal and state taxes on lottery winnings.
In recent years, the frequency of massive jackpots for both Powerball and Mega Millions has surged, with ticket prices doubling and odds decreasing. Notably, a historic $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot was claimed in Neptune, Florida, and more recently, a $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot winner emerged near Los Angeles, marking the largest jackpot in lottery history.
Powerball enthusiasts in 45 states, along with Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, eagerly anticipate the bi-weekly drawings held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. Eastern time. As the anticipation builds and the jackpot continues to soar, countless Americans hold onto hope for a life-changing win.