Mega Millions Jackpot Surges to $575 Million, Ninth-Largest in Game's History

The last Mega Millions jackpot was claimed on June 4 by a player from Illinois who took home a $552 million prize.Photo bydylan nolteonUnsplash

The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to over $570 million after no ticket matched all the winning numbers in Friday's drawing. The estimated jackpot for Tuesday night’s drawing now stands at $575 million, making it the ninth-largest prize in the history of the game.

If a single winner emerges, they will face a choice between receiving the prize as a one-time lump sum or opting for annuity payments spread out over several years.

The last Mega Millions jackpot was claimed on June 4 by a player from Illinois who took home a $552 million prize.

With the current jackpot continuing to grow, excitement is building across the nation as players hope to strike it rich in the next drawing.