Powerball at its 33rd Straight Drawing, Now at $1.4 Billion

 Powerball at its 33rd Straight Drawing, Now at $1.4 Billion

The Powerball jackpot has reached an incredible $1.4 billion after no players hit it big Wednesday night. This marks the 33rd consecutive drawing without a jackpot winner, making it the longest jackpot run in Powerball history.

The winning numbers for the Oct. 4 drawing were 9, 35, 54, 63, and 64. The Powerball number was 1. While no one matched all six numbers to win the jackpot, there were several winners of smaller prizes, including one player who won $1 million by matching five white balls.

The Powerball jackpot is now the 3rd largest ever, and the 5th largest in U.S. history. It has grown so massive because of the long odds of winning the jackpot, which are 1 in 292.2 million.

The next Powerball drawing will be on Saturday, Oct. 7. The jackpot is expected to continue to grow, as more and more people are drawn by the chance to win a life-changing prize.

What are the chances of winning the Powerball jackpot?

The chances of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. This means that you have a better chance of being struck by lightning (1 in 1,222,000) or being eaten by a shark (1 in 3,748,000) than you do of winning the Powerball jackpot.

What are the odds of winning smaller prizes?

The odds of winning smaller prizes in Powerball are much better than the odds of winning the jackpot. For example, the odds of matching five white balls are 1 in 11.65 million. The odds of matching four white balls and the Powerball number are 1 in 913,129.

How to play Powerball

To play Powerball, you must select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. You can play Powerball online or at a licensed retailer. Tickets cost $2 each.

Tips for winning Powerball

While there is no sure way to win Powerball, there are a few tips that can increase your chances of winning:

• Play more tickets. The more tickets you play, the better your chances of winning.
• Join a lottery pool. Joining a lottery pool allows you to buy more tickets without spending more money.
• Choose your numbers carefully. Avoid picking consecutive numbers or numbers that are all odd or all even.
• Consider using the Power Play option. Power Play can multiply your non-jackpot winnings by up to 10 times.

What to do if you win the Powerball jackpot

If you win the Powerball jackpot, the first thing you should do is sign your ticket. This will help to protect your claim. Next, you should contact your state lottery office to claim your prize.

You will have the option of receiving your prize in one lump sum or in annual payments over 30 years. If you choose to receive your prize in a lump sum, you will be taxed on the winnings.

Winning the Powerball jackpot can be a life-changing event. It is important to be prepared and to seek professional advice before making any major decisions.