The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to a whopping $800 million for Tuesday’s upcoming drawing. This increase comes after no one claimed the top prize in Friday’s drawing, pushing the jackpot to nearly three-quarters of a billion dollars. Had someone won, they would have received an estimated $371.6 million as a lump-sum payment after taxes.
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— njdotcom (@njdotcom) September 7, 2024
Social media is buzzing with people sharing what they’d do if they won the jackpot. One user commented, “$740 million?! I reckon that’s enough to buy a whole lotta fancy clothes for myself and maybe even treat my momma to somethin’ special.” Another user joked, “My lucky numbers are ready! Maybe this time it’ll be me takin’ that sweet, sweet cash and buyin’ myself a brand new house with a pool.”
So far in 2024, two people have hit the Mega Millions jackpot: one in New Jersey, winning $1.13 billion in March, and another in Illinois, winning $552 million in June. Now, all eyes are on who might become the third lucky winner this year.
For the Friday, September 6 drawing, the winning numbers were 6, 23, 41, 59, 63, and the Mega Ball was 25, with a Megaplier of 2X. Although there was no grand prize winner, six players from California, Florida, Illinois, New Hampshire, and Texas each won $1 million by matching five numbers. One player in Ohio, using the Megaplier, doubled their prize to $2 million.
If you’re ready to join the excitement, here’s how to play: you’ll need to select five white ball numbers between 1 and 70, and one gold Mega Ball number between 1 and 25. If you prefer, you can opt for a “Quick Pick” or “Easy Pick,” where the computer randomly selects the numbers for you.
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— DjGee (@DjMastaGee2022) September 7, 2024
Tickets can be purchased at most gas stations, grocery stores, and convenience stores. Additionally, several states allow online purchases through platforms like Jackpocket, which lets you buy tickets and manage your selections from your phone or computer.
The next drawing takes place Tuesday night, so don’t miss your chance. With the jackpot at $800 million, this could be a life-changing opportunity for anyone lucky enough to pick the right numbers.
Key Points:
i. The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $800 million for Tuesday’s drawing after no winner claimed Friday’s prize.
ii. Six players won $1 million, and one Ohio player won $2 million with the Megaplier.
iii. The winning numbers for the September 6 drawing were 6, 23, 41, 59, 63, and Mega Ball 25, with a 2X Megaplier.
iv. To play, select five white ball numbers (1-70) and one gold Mega Ball (1-25), or opt for a “Quick Pick.”
v. Tickets are available at gas stations, grocery stores, and online in certain states, with the next drawing scheduled for Tuesday.
Conner T – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
