Mega Millions 9/10/24 Drawing: $800M Jackpot Won in Sugarland, Texas

Lucky Ticket Sold at Sugar Land H-E-B

The Mega Millions drawing on September 10, 2024, produced a single winning ticket worth a staggering $800 million. The lucky ticket was sold at an H-E-B grocery store in Sugar Land, Texas. The winning numbers were 14, 20, 39, 58, and 63, with the Mega Ball number being 13.

This is the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot won in Texas history, behind the $1.2 billion prize won in 2018. The Sugar Land winner has not yet come forward to claim their prize.

What Happens Next for the Winner

The winner of the Mega Millions jackpot has 180 days to claim their prize. They can choose to receive the prize as a lump sum or as an annuity paid out over 29 years. If the winner chooses the lump sum option, they will receive approximately $462 million after taxes.

The winner should consult with a financial advisor to help them manage their newfound wealth. They may also want to consider establishing a trust to protect their privacy and assets.

Mega Millions History

Mega Millions is a multi-state lottery game that is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The game was launched in 2002 and has since become one of the most popular lotteries in the world.

The Mega Millions jackpot has been won 26 times since the game's inception. The largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won was $1.537 billion, which was won by a single ticket in South Carolina in 2018.

How to Play Mega Millions

To play Mega Millions, players must select five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25. Players can choose their own numbers or they can use the Quick Pick option to have the computer randomly select numbers for them.

Tickets cost $2 each. Players can purchase tickets at authorized retailers or online. Drawings are held twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays.