Powerball Surges to World Record $1.5 Billion

This week’s Powerball jackpot is roaring. Strong sales have taken the winning amount to a world record $1.5 billion.

On Saturday night, the winning jackpot had reached a record $949.8 million, but no winners were announced. The winning numbers were 16, 19, 32, 34, 57, and a Powerball of 13. In order to win, all six numbers must be correct. The first five can be in any order, but the sixth must be the Powerball number.

Still, 25 players were able to take home $1 million prizes, while three others won a $2 million prize.

Monday’s jackpot was a jaw-dropping $1.4 billion — and it continues to grow.

The next drawing for the $1.5 billion jackpot will take place this Wednesday. The winner would get the option to get paid the $1.5 billion in annual payments, or receive $930 million in cash.

The last ticket will be sold at 9:59 p.m. Wednesday.