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Did Anyone Win $1.8 Billion Powerball Jackpot? Numbers, Results

Did Anyone Win $1.8 Billion Powerball Jackpot? Numbers, Results

Summary

Someone in Arkansas won a $1.817 billion Powerball Jackpot, which is the second-largest prize in U.S. lottery history. The winner matched all the drawn numbers and can choose to receive either annual payments or a lump sum of about $834.9 million in cash.

Key Facts

  • A person from Arkansas won the $1.817 billion Powerball Jackpot on Christmas Eve.
  • This is the second-largest lottery jackpot ever won in the United States.
  • The winning numbers were 4, 25, 31, 52, 59, and Powerball 19.
  • The winner can choose to take a cash payout of approximately $834.9 million.
  • Powerball officials congratulated the winner and thanked players for their participation.
  • Purchasing lottery tickets supports public programs and services across the U.S.

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