A Powerball player in Oregon won a jackpot worth more than $1.3 billion on Sunday, ending a winless streak that had stretched more than three months.
The single ticket matched all six numbers drawn to win the jackpot worth $1.326 billion, with a cash value of $621 million if the winner chooses to take a lump sum. The winning numbers were 22, 27, 44, 52, 69, and the red Powerball 9.
Oregon Lottery director Mike Wells congratulated the winner, noting that this was the largest prize ever won in the state. The winner has a year to claim the top prize, with state law requiring winners in Oregon to be identified.
This jackpot win marks the first Powerball win since New Year’s Day after 41 consecutive drawings without a winner, making it the eighth-largest prize in U.S. lottery history. The drawing was delayed but eventually took place early Sunday morning, revealing the lucky ticket sold in Portland.
The excitement surrounding the massive jackpot has captured the attention of lottery players nationwide, with many eagerly awaiting the next big win.
