Powerball Jackpot Climbing
Powerball Jackpot Rises to $131 Million Ahead of Monday Night Drawing
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Monday's Powerball drawing offers a chance to win $131 million, with a cash lump sum of about $56.8 million, according to PennLive. The jackpot climbed after an Illinois player claimed a $1 billion prize in the August 12 drawing.
How to Play and When to Buy
Powerball tickets must be purchased by 9:45 p.m. Eastern time to enter Monday's drawing, according to Lehigh Valley Live. The lottery operates in 45 states, plus the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69, then one Powerball number from 1 to 26.
Double Play Offers Second Chance to Win
The Double Play feature gives players a second drawing to match their numbers for an extra fee, according to Lehigh Valley Live. This separate drawing has its own top prize of $10 million. Double Play tickets must also be purchased by the 9:45 p.m. deadline.
Recent $1 Billion Win Resets the Jackpot
A single ticket holder in Illinois won the $1 billion jackpot on August 12, which triggered Monday's fresh $131 million prize, according to PennLive. The winner chose a lump sum payout option, which typically reduces the total amount but provides immediate payment instead of an annuity spread over decades.
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