$800 million Mega Millions jackpot won by lone player in July 28 drawing
A single ticket holder in Florida has claimed an $800 million Mega Millions jackpot following the July 28 drawing.
Sources (12)
- $5M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At Illinois Gas Station Patch · 48d ago
- Powerball winner Wednesday, July 29, after Mega Millions win in Florida? yahoo.com · 48d ago
- Mega Millions ticket holder in Florida wins $800 million jackpot WLWT · 48d ago
- Mega Millions ticket holder in Florida wins $800 million jackpot WCVB · 48d ago
- $3M Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in WNY WGRZ · 48d ago
- Florida Mega Millions player wins $800 million jackpot WFTV · 48d ago
- Single Florida ticket scores Mega Millions’ $800M jackpot. Here’s where it was sold WKMG · 49d ago
- Live Mega Millions results for 07/28/26: Jackpot worth $800 million MLive.com · 49d ago
- Mega Millions winning numbers drawn for Tuesday's $800M; Powerball grows to $663M for Wednesday ABC7 New York · 49d ago
- Single ticket wins $800 million Mega Millions jackpot in July 28 drawing Cincinnati Enquirer · 49d ago
- Mega Millions Ticket Buyer From Florida Wins $800 Million Jackpot—Here’s What They Could Take Home Forbes · 49d ago
- $800 million Mega Millions jackpot won by lone player in July 28 drawing MLive.com · 49d ago
The story so far
One winning ticket matched all numbers in the July 28 Mega Millions drawing to secure an $800 million jackpot. This prize ranks among the largest in the lottery's history, drawing national attention as the lone player prepares to claim the windfall.
While the identity of the winner remains private, outlets including Forbes and MLive confirm the ticket was purchased in Florida. Simultaneously, the Powerball jackpot has climbed to $663 million for the upcoming Wednesday drawing.
Coverage does not yet specify when the prize will be officially claimed or if the winner will opt for a lump-sum payment or annuity.
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The obvious questions
How much was the Mega Millions jackpot?
The jackpot won in the July 28 drawing was $800 million.
Where was the winning ticket purchased?
The winning ticket was purchased in Florida.
What is the status of the Powerball jackpot?
The Powerball jackpot has reached $663 million for the Wednesday drawing.
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