St. Louis, Missouri, September 8, 2025
News Summary
In a remarkable turn of events, two tickets from Missouri and Texas matched the Powerball numbers to win a record jackpot of $1.787 billion. This event marks a significant moment in lottery history, occurring after a 42-draw streak without a winner. The winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, and the Powerball was 17. Participants across multiple states also enjoyed numerous cash prizes, contributing to widespread ticket sales and community support.
St. Louis, Missouri — Two Tickets Split Historic $1.787 Billion Powerball Jackpot
In a groundbreaking lottery event, two tickets in Missouri and Texas matched all six numbers in the Powerball drawing held on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This unprecedented win results in a joint payout of $1.787 billion, making it the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever awarded. The large jackpot was finally claimed after a lengthy streak without a winner, lasting 42 consecutive draws since it was last claimed in California on May 31, 2025.
Details of the Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
The winning numbers for this drawing were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, with the red Powerball number being 17. The Power Play multiplier for this specific drawing was 2. Both winning tickets have the option to receive their prizes either as an annuitized payment of $893.5 million each or a lump sum payment of approximately $410.3 million before taxes. If the recipients choose the annuity option, they will receive an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments, each increasing by about 5% annually.
Additional Winners and Prizes in the Drawing
More than 9.9 million tickets won cash prizes in this Powerball drawing. Notably, several tickets across various states achieved the $1 million prize. These $1 million winning tickets were sold in New York (two tickets), New Jersey, California (two), Colorado, Florida, Illinois (two), Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio (two), Oregon, Texas (two), and West Virginia. In New Jersey alone, during the jackpot run, 67 tickets sold included five with the $1 million prize, reflecting widespread participation.
Record Jackpot and Ticket Sales
The jackpot’s record-setting size prompted extensive ticket sales, especially in states like New York and New Jersey. The ticket sales contributed significantly to state revenues, with the New York Lottery reporting that, in the fiscal year 2023-2024, it contributed approximately $3.8 billion to support public schools across New York State.
Next Drawing and Future Odds
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday night, with the jackpot resetting to $20 million. The game continues with a player-friendly format, where tickets cost $2. Purchases must be made before the 10 p.m. cut-off on draw nights.
Powerball Game Rules and Accessibility
During each drawing, winning numbers are selected from a field of 1 to 69 for the white balls and from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. The game offers players the chance to win large jackpots or smaller prizes, with tickets available across many locations and via online platforms, including the New York Lottery app which allows users to check results conveniently.
Responsible Gaming and Support Resources
It is important to note that individuals facing gambling challenges can seek help through support resources such as the state’s toll-free HOPEline. Responsible gaming remains a priority, ensuring players have access to assistance and information about gambling addiction prevention and recovery programs.
Overall, this Powerball jackpot not only highlights the enormous potential of lottery games but also demonstrates the widespread participation across states, contributing significantly to public funds and community programs.
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- Fox 5 NY: Powerball Tickets Worth $1 Million Sold
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- SILive: Check Your Tickets – Powerball Winners
- Google Search: Powerball Lottery Results
- Democrat & Chronicle: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- ABC7 NY: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Google News: Powerball Jackpot
