The jackpot has been rolling since it was last won in New York on April 18
Lottery players have another shot Friday night at winning an estimated $1.25 billion Mega Millions jackpot that has been growing since April.This new jackpot is the fourth largest in Mega Millions history.The jackpot is so hard to win because of the 1-in-302.6 million odds of matching the numbers on five white balls and a separate mega ball. The odds are better to win smaller prizes, which start at $2.
The $1.25 billion prize is for a sole winner who is paid over 30 years through an annuity. Those who opt for a lump sum payout would get an estimated $625.3 million.on Tuesday and Friday nights at 10:59. Here is a look at the 10 largest U.S. jackpots that have been won and the states where the winning tickets were sold:3. $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018 6. $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021 9. $774.6 million, Powerball, Feb. 6, 2023 For more information about the New York lottery and to see lottery results, please visit
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