Mega millions drawing winner: Illinois player bags jackpot worth whopping $560 million. Check how much he will get

Mega millions drawing results are out and so as the Tuesday night's winner has been identified. A player from Illinois emerged as the winner of Mega millions drawing jackpot of $560 million, as per a New York Post report.

The fortunate individual who wins the grand prize has two options: they can either opt for the full amount of $560 million spread out over time, or they can take an immediate lump sum payment of $264.0 million.

Mega Millions numbers are 19, 37, 40, 63, 69, and the gold Mega ball 17, as per the report on New York Post.

Marking a significant milestone as the ninth-largest jackpot in the game's history, this monumental prize was claimed by a mystery winner. The sole ticketholder, who remains anonymous, secured their winning ticket through an online purchase via the state’s official lottery website.

Under the regulations of the Illinois State Lottery, winners who secure prizes exceeding $250,000 have the option to maintain their privacy. By completing a winner claim form, they can request that both their names and the municipalities in which they reside remain confidential, ensuring their identities are protected from public disclosure.

FAQs

Q1. What are Mega Millions numbers?
A1. Mega Millions numbers are 19, 37, 40, 63, 69, and the gold Mega ball 17.

Q2. Who won Mega Millions lottery?
A2. A player from Illinois emerged as the winner of Mega millions drawing jackpot of $560 million.