The first US Powerball jackpot to be won in 2024 was scooped on the very first day of the year!
The winner of the $842 Million jackpot was a ticket from Michigan.
This was the first time Powerball awarded a jackpot on January 1st.
The winning numbers were 12, 21, 42, 44, 49, and 1 as the Powerball. The Power Play was 3X, which doubled the second prize as per the rules. Six people won the second prize worth $1 Million, but only two of them got $2 Million as only these 2 had opted for that option.
The Powerball winner from Michigan can claim the prize within a year from the draw date, as per Michigan laws. They can also choose to stay anonymous if they want to The $842 Million jackpot can be collected in 30 yearly installments over 29 years, or in a lump sum of $425 Million. Powerball taxes will be deducted from these amounts.
Did you know you can also participate by getting your US Powerball ticket online from anywhere in the world?! Try your luck!