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It's time to celebrate the largest Mega Millions jackpot in Texas history! In an exceptional turn of events on Friday night, an incredibly fortunate lottery player in Texas had the best of luck. A miracle unfolded as, after an extensive series of 27 drawings without a jackpot winner, a single lottery ticket sold in the Lone Star State matched all six numbers in the 28th Mega Millions lottery game and hit the extraordinary jackpot of a whopping $800 million!

Mega Millions, a game played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, has been on an extending roll since September 18, 2020— the last time someone won a jackpot. Since then, lottery enthusiasts have been fervently hoping for a chance to hit the grand jackpot that finally parted ways last night. The fortunate winner chose the quick pick method for the winning ticket – an automatic, random selection of numbers.

The winning numbers were 4,26,42,50,60, and the Mega Ball was 24. This is truly a life-altering moment for the winner, who appears to prefer remaining anonymous as of now. In Texas Lottery history, this astounding win marked the largest lottery prize ever awarded.

Before this win, the largest Mega Millions jackpot was $1.537 billion, won by a single ticket in South Carolina on October 23, 2018. This current windfall is the third largest winning in Mega Millions history, only below the other two won in 2018 and 2020.

The excitement doesn’t stop here though. Other winners for smaller prizes abound as well. There were also 37 players who matched four numbers plus the Mega Ball, winning a substantial $10,000 each. Additionally, two players increased their prize to $20,000 as they utilized the 'Megaplier' option.

While not quite the billion-dollar win, no one would say no to a significant windfall like this. The lucky winner now has two options for collecting the jackpot. They can either opt for a lump-sum cash payment $550.6 million before taxes are accounted for or choose to receive it as an annuity paid out over 29 years.

Such record-shattering winnings remind us of the incredible possibilities that games of luck such as the lottery offer. Dream big and never stop trying, because just one ticket could potentially change a life forever. In the end, it all comes down to a bit of luck and a lot of heart! At The Lottery Lab, we aim to bring you the most accurate and recent lottery-related news, tips, and tools to enhance your gameplay. Check back with us frequently to keep up with the latest lottery buzz!

Congratulations to the lucky winner, and to all lottery enthusiasts out there – keep playing and good luck!