St. Louis, Missouri and Austin, Texas, September 8, 2025
News Summary
Two ticket holders from Missouri and Texas have made history by splitting a record-breaking $1.787 billion Powerball jackpot. Each winner will receive approximately $893.5 million before taxes, marking a significant event in the nation’s lottery history. This jackpot, the second-largest in U.S. history, resulted from 42 draws without a winner, showcasing the anticipation and excitement surrounding lottery games across the country.
St. Louis, Missouri, and Austin, Texas, Split Historic $1.787 Billion Powerball Jackpot
Two ticket holders from Missouri and Texas have each matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s Powerball drawing, claiming a joint record-breaking jackpot of $1.787 billion. This marks the second-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history and represents a significant milestone in the nation’s lottery history.
Details of the Winning Numbers and Jackpot Division
The winning numbers for the drawing held on September 6, 2025, were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62. The red Powerball number was 17. The game included a 2x Power Play multiplier, which doubles the prize for non-jackpot winnings that were multiplied by the Power Play option.
The massive jackpot of $1.787 billion will be split equally between the two winning tickets, resulting in approximately $893.5 million each, prior to taxes. Winners can elect to take an annuitized payout over 30 years—starting with an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments increasing by 5% each year—or opt for a lump sum payment of approximately $410.3 million.
Distribution of Prizes and Additional Winners
Beyond the two jackpot winners, more than 9.9 million tickets won cash prizes in this drawing. Among the smaller prizes, 20 players nationwide secured the third-tier prize of $50,000, with tickets purchased across several states including New York, Texas, and others.
Several tickets with significant cash prizes were sold in multiple states, notably New York (2), New Jersey, California (2), Colorado, Florida, Illinois (2), Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio (2), Oregon, Texas (2), and West Virginia. In New Jersey alone, 67 tickets were winners throughout the jackpot run, including five with $1 million prizes.
Historical Context of the Jackpot
The recent jackpot accumulated over 42 draws without a winner before being claimed, a record length for the Powerball game since its inception. The jackpot was last won in California on May 31, 2025, and since then, the jackpot grew to its current record-high level, making it the second-largest in U.S. lottery history.
Next Powerball Drawing and Future Odds
The jackpot resets to $20 million for the upcoming drawing scheduled on Monday night. In addition to the jackpot, dozens of players across various states won smaller prizes, and the game’s predictable structure continues to attract high participation.
About Powerball and Ticket Purchase
Powerball tickets are priced at $2 each. Tickets are available for purchase until 10 p.m. on the night of the drawing, either at local retailers or via official online platforms where permitted. Players select five white balls numbered from 1 to 69 and a red Powerball from 1 to 26.
Impact and Contributions of State Lotteries
The New York Lottery reported that in the fiscal year 2023-2024, it contributed $3.8 billion to public education in New York State. Similar contributions are made by lotteries in other states, supporting various public programs and services.
Responsible Gaming and Support Resources
While the Powerball offers players the chance at life-changing prizes, officials emphasize responsible play. Players who experience gambling-related issues are encouraged to contact local support services, such as toll-free helplines available in many states, including the HOPEline, which provides assistance for those struggling with gambling addiction.
Conclusion
The recent Powerball jackpot achievement highlights the potential for enormous prizes and the widespread interest in lottery games. With the jackpot now split, the focus shifts to the next draw and the potential for future record-breaking jackpots as players continue to participate across the country.
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Additional Resources
- Fox 5 NY: Powerball Tickets Worth $1 Million Sold
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- SILive: Check Your Tickets – Powerball Winners
- Google Search: Powerball Lottery Results
- Democrat & Chronicle: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- ABC7 NY: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Google News: Powerball Jackpot
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