Houston, September 4, 2025 — A lucky Houston resident has struck it big, winning $2 million in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing. While no one claimed the jackpot, the prize has now soared to an estimated $1.7 billion, making it one of the largest in Powerball history.
A Millionaire Maker in Houston
The winning ticket was purchased at a convenience store in north Houston. The player matched all five white ball numbers but missed the red Powerball, which would have secured the jackpot. Because the ticket included the Power Play option, the standard $1 million prize doubled to $2 million.
Jackpot Rolls Over
With no grand prize winner, the Powerball jackpot continues to climb, now reaching a staggering $1.7 billion ahead of Saturday’s drawing. Lottery officials report that this marks the third-largest prize ever offered in the game’s history.
Wins Across the Country
Although the jackpot went untouched, millions of players across the United States won smaller prizes. Several tickets matched five numbers for $1 million each, while others collected winnings ranging from $50,000 to $100,000.
Excitement Builds
Lottery retailers in Texas and beyond are preparing for a surge in ticket sales as excitement builds for the upcoming draw. Players are lining up, hoping to turn their own $2 chance into a historic fortune.
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