TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – If you feel lucky, you’ll get the chance to play Powerball on Saturday nights. Because you get one of the biggest jackpots in US history.
The jackpot has skyrocketed to a billion dollar award. It is the sixth largest award in the history of the game.
Sunshine State has more Powerball winners than any other state, according to the Florida lottery.
“All Powerball tickets purchased in Florida offer great win opportunities, but more importantly, they help fund the educational dreams of students across our state,” said Florida Lottery Director John F. Davis. “Moments like these are reminders of the incredible enthusiasm that players have to bring to the game and the meaningful impact their play will have on Florida’s bright future scholarship recipients.”
Why haven’t you seen the giant Powerball, the Mega Millions Jackpot recently?
The last Powerball Jackpot claimed in Florida was $224.9 million on May 6, 2024, the Florida Lottery said.
The Florida winner was included in the world record $1.586 billion jackpot in January 2016, with recipients in California and Tennessee as well.
“The record-breaking drives have driven unparalleled sales, and Floridians have purchased over 7,000 Powerball tickets down to historic drawings. This extraordinary level of participation has fueled excitement across Florida, with the Miami area leading all regions of Powerball sales during this jackpot cycle.
If you’re interested in playing, the ticket costs $2. Tickets must be purchased by 10pm on the evening of the drawing.
