The Powerball lottery's substantial jackpot remains unclaimed following the latest drawing on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The winning numbers for that evening were 4, 10, 11, 52, and 64, with the Powerball number drawn as 24 and a Power Play multiplier of 3.
No Jackpot Winners in April 1 Drawing
Despite an estimated jackpot of $195 million, or a cash value option of $87.5 million, there were no grand prize winners in the April 1 Powerball draw. This outcome means the jackpot will roll over to the next drawing, potentially increasing the prize pool for future participants.
Prize Options and Ticket Details
Winners of the Powerball jackpot have the choice between two payout methods. They can opt for annual payments spread over 30 years, which include a 5% increase each year, or select the immediate cash lump sum. Tickets are priced at $2 each and are sold in 45 states across the United States, as well as in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Odds and Drawing Schedule
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are remarkably slim, standing at 1 in 292.2 million. However, the overall odds of winning any prize in the lottery are more favorable at 1 in 24.9. Drawings are conducted live from Tallahassee, Florida, every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. These events are broadcast and streamed online via Powerball.com, allowing participants to watch the results in real-time.
In related news, authorities reported an incident where two individuals were arrested for allegedly stealing over 300 scratch-off lottery tickets during a store robbery. This highlights the ongoing interest and occasional criminal activity surrounding lottery games, though it is separate from the Powerball drawing results.
