Powerball for $1.40 billion Wednesday, Sept. 3, drawing has a Florida $1 million winner

Powerball for $1.40 billion Wednesday, Sept. 3, drawing produced no jackpot winner, but it did make several new millionaires across the United States. Among them, a lucky Florida player secured a $1 million prize after matching five numbers. The next drawing on Saturday, Sept. 6, now climbs to an estimated $1.70 billion, with a $770.3 million cash option.

The winning numbers for the Sept. 3 Powerball draw were 3, 16, 29, 61, and 69, with the Powerball number 22. The Power Play was 2x. Despite the enormous $1.40 billion jackpot, no ticket matched all six numbers, leaving the top prize unclaimed.

This result pushes the grand prize even higher, making the upcoming Sept. 6 draw one of the largest in Powerball history.

Secondary winners across the U.S.

While no one walked away with the full jackpot, multiple players scored major wins. Four tickets purchased in Michigan, Oregon, Texas, and Wyoming matched five numbers plus the Power Play, each earning $2 million.

Additionally, 11 tickets matched five numbers to win $1 million each. These winners came from California, Georgia, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Florida confirmed one of those winning tickets, creating a new millionaire in the state.

Florida player claims $1 million prize

The Florida Lottery confirmed that one ticket in the state matched all five main numbers but missed the Powerball. That ticket is now worth $1 million. Lottery officials urged the winner to sign their ticket and keep it safe until they can claim the prize at an official lottery office.

Although the jackpot remained elusive, Florida continues to be one of the most active states for Powerball wins. With over 13,000 authorized retailers, ticket sales surged ahead of Wednesday’s draw, reflecting the growing excitement as jackpots soar.

Next drawing to hit $1.70 billion

With no jackpot winner, the estimated grand prize for Saturday, Sept. 6, has skyrocketed to $1.70 billion. The lump-sum cash option stands at $770.3 million. The draw will take place at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time at the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee.

Players have until 10 p.m. Saturday to purchase tickets, which gives nearly an hour before the official drawing. With the prize crossing historic levels, lottery retailers expect heavy sales in the final hours before the cut-off.

How to play and where to buy tickets

Powerball tickets cost $2 each, with an additional $1 option for Power Play, which multiplies non-jackpot winnings. Drawings take place three times a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

In Florida, tickets must be purchased in person. The state does not allow Powerball ticket sales online, via mail, or by phone. Tickets are only available through authorized lottery retailers.

Growing excitement nationwide

The Powerball frenzy has gripped the nation as players line up in hopes of winning one of the largest jackpots in history. Despite the astronomical odds—about 1 in 292 million—millions continue to play, driven by the dream of life-changing wealth.

While Wednesday’s drawing did not crown a billionaire, it added new millionaires, including the Florida ticket-holder who matched five numbers. All eyes now turn to Saturday’s $1.70 billion drawing, as excitement builds for what could become a record-breaking jackpot.

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