Powerball Jackpot Winner: Claiming Your $1.7 Billion Prize

Powerball Jackpot Winner: Claiming Your $1.7 Billion Prize

The winning numbers for the $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot have been revealed as 25, 59, 4, 52, 31, with a Powerball of 19. If your ticket matches these numbers, you could be the lucky winner of the fourth-largest lottery jackpot in the United States. The jackpot has been growing since September, and the post-tax payout will vary depending on your state and payout option.

If you are the lucky winner, experts advise signing the back of your ticket and keeping your win a secret for as long as possible. It is recommended to assemble a team of professionals, including a financial advisor, tax advisor, and lawyer, to help manage your newfound wealth. Even if you only match the red Powerball, your ticket is still worth some money, as there are eight ways to win in Powerball.

Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. The game is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $2 each, with the option to add Power Play for an additional $1 in select states.