A Mega Millions player in Florida won the $1.58 billion jackpot, the third-largest prize in US history.
According to the Florida Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased at a Publix supermarket shop in Neptune Beach. The winning numbers were 13-19-20-32-33, and the yellow ball was 14.
Prior to Tuesday night’s enormous victory, there had been 31 consecutive drawings since the last jackpot winner on April 18. As a result, the prize grew progressively to become the third-largest in US history. Mega Millions jackpot winnings are exceedingly rare, with odds of one in 302.6 million.
The winner would receive the $1.58 billion payment if they chose an annuity over 30 years. However, most people prefer the lump sum option, which for Tuesday’s jackpot is anticipated to be $783.3 million.
The winnings are subject to federal taxes. Lottery winnings are also taxed in many states. (Alprazolam) Mega Millions is available in 45 states, as well as Washington, D.C., and the US Virgin Islands.