Sun Mar 02 10:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Mega Millions Jackpot Soars to $197 Million After Recent Wins

**Orlando, FL – March 1, 2025** – The Mega Millions lottery jackpot is climbing again, reaching an enticing $197 million for Friday’s drawing. This follows a recent string of wins, including a $113 million jackpot claimed in Arizona on January 17th, and two $1 million prizes awarded in Georgia and Illinois on Tuesday. While no one snagged the top prize in the latest drawing (numbers: 9-19-30-35-66, Mega Ball 16, Megaplier 3x), the rising jackpot is attracting considerable attention.

The surge in interest follows a remarkable Christmas season when Mega Millions saw two billion-dollar jackpots within a week. A $1 billion win on Christmas Eve was swiftly followed by a $1.22 billion prize claimed in California on December 27th. These wins, along with the recent Arizona victory, highlight the game’s potential for life-changing payouts.

Despite the excitement, the odds of winning remain slim – a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of matching all six numbers. Tickets cost $2 each, but Mega Millions is planning ticket price increases and Megaplier changes in 2025.

In Florida, winners must claim prizes within 180 days, with a 60-day deadline for the cash option. While Florida law mandates public disclosure of winners’ information for prizes over $250,000, a 90-day exemption is in place before names are released, offering winners a degree of temporary anonymity.

The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4th at 11 p.m. EST. Will someone finally claim the growing jackpot?

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