Powerball numbers drawn for $1.3 billion jackpot following 3+ hour delay

Powerball draws $1.3 billion jackpot after delay. Numbers: 22, 27, 44, 52, 69, Powerball 9. Record consecutive drawings. Estimated cash payout $608.9M.

The Powerball drawing for an estimated $1.3 billion jackpot took place early Sunday morning after a delay of over three hours. The winning numbers were 22, 27, 44, 52, 69, and the red Powerball 9. This drawing marked the 41st consecutive drawing since the last jackpot winner on New Year's Day, tying a record set in both 2022 and 2021.

The jackpot, now the eighth largest in U.S. lottery history, has reached such a high amount due to the incredibly low odds of winning at 1 in 292.2 million. This difficulty in winning allows the top prize to roll over multiple times per week for months on end. The estimated $1.3 billion prize is for a single winner who chooses to receive payments through an annuity, with an initial sum followed by 29 annual payments. However, most winners opt for a cash payout, which for this drawing would be around $608.9 million.

The drawing on Saturday night was delayed and took place just before 2:30 a.m. ET on Sunday to ensure that all tickets sold nationwide were verified against two computer systems, a requirement of Powerball game rules. This process is in place to guarantee that every ticket has an equal chance of winning. Powerball is played in 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

With the excitement and anticipation building around the massive jackpot, lottery players across the country are eagerly awaiting the next drawing to see if they will be the lucky winner of this historic prize. The Powerball frenzy continues to capture the attention of millions, as the dream of striking it rich with a single ticket purchase remains a tantalizing possibility for players everywhere.