If one ticket wins Wednesday night, the winner will be able to choose between an estimated lump-sum payment of $596.7 million or $1.2 billion over 29 years.
The jackpot soared after no one matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing. In fact, no one has hit all the numbers since August 3. But this time, players are feeling lucky.“I think we’re all dreaming, but that's OK — dreams come true sometimes,” Younan said.
If one ticket wins on Wednesday night, the winner will be able to choose between an estimated lump-sum payment of $596.7 million or $1.2 billion over a 29-year payment plan, according to PowerBall officials. “If I win I will help out all my friends and my relatives,” said Yasmin Shamoon, another PowerBall player.“My kids would be instant millionaires, and I would try to help as many people as I can,” Kelly said.
The chances of winning the big prize are about 1 in 292.2 million. Still, players aren’t letting those odds dampen their spirits.After all, a few bucks could turn into a huge payout. The drawing on Wednesday is at 7:59 p.m. If no one wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to climb.
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