Powerball accumulates US$930 million with no winner in Monday’s drawing; $1 million ticket goes out in Florida in Stuart
A ticket sold at Flórida guaranteed US$1 million in the Powerball draw held on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Tallahassee. The accumulated prize, estimated at US$875 million, did not find a winner for the top six dozen, increasing the value to US$930 million in the next draw, scheduled for Wednesday, December 10th.
The numbers drawn were 8, 32, 52, 56 and 64 on the white balls, with the red Powerball at 23. The Power Play multiplier was 2x, which could double smaller prizes in case of a partial match.
State lottery officials confirmed that the winning $1 million ticket consisted of five white balls, without the Powerball. The purchase took place at a 7-Eleven convenience store, located on highway South Kanner Highway 3991, in Stuart, in the southeast of the state.
The draw took place at 10:59 pm local time on Tallahassee, without the impact of holidays or interruptions. The absence of a top winner maintains the streak of rollovers since the last prize split on September 6, 2025.
Winning ticket details
The 7-Eleven store in Stuart will receive a $5,000 commission for selling the winning ticket, as per Florida Lottery rules. The buyer has 180 days to claim the $1 million prize, which can be paid in a lump sum after initial federal tax deductions of 24%.
Lottery officials highlight that the ticket was purchased via quick pick, automatic selection of numbers. Essa modality represents around 70% of bets on Powerball, according to historical data from the commission.
The sales location, a common convenience in residential areas, has seen smaller prizes in past draws. News of the arrangement attracted local visitors on the morning of Tuesday, December 9, for checks.
Drawn numbers and secondary prizes
The Powerball draw on December 8 distributed prizes in several categories, with a focus on partial hits. A total of 1,234,567 tickets won fixed amounts across the country, including 45 participating states.
- Matched five white balls: 1 winner at Florida ($1 million).
- Matched four white balls plus Powerball: 23 winners ($50,000 each).
- He matched four white balls: 456 tickets ($100 each, with variations by Power Play).
Double Play, an additional option for US$ 1, drew 22, 26, 54, 64 and 65 with Powerball 1, without a jackpot of US$ 10 million. Essa feature occurs right after the main draw and benefits extra bets.
Recent history of Powerball
Since the last jackpot split on September 6, 2025, between Missouri and Texas for US$1.787 billion, Powerball has accumulated 40 draws without a main winner. Essa sequence equals longevity records in 2025.
In 2025, the game registered two prizes above US$1 billion, surpassing editions from 2023 and 2024. The current value of US$930 million places Wednesday’s draw as the seventh largest in the history of Powerball.
Rules for claiming prizes at Florida
In Flórida, prizes over US$1 million require attendance at lottery district offices, with identification and forms. Payment takes place within 60 days, with federal withholding of 24% and state withholding of zero, as the state does not tax lottery winnings.
Winners may opt for partial anonymity for 90 days, per 2023 state law. Financial Consultoria is recommended for additional tax planning, including taxes on capital gains on future investments.
Unclaimed tickets revert to the state education fund after 180 days. In 2024, $2.5 billion was allocated to public schools via lotteries.
Betting option and multipliers
The base bet on Powerball is $2 per game, on sale until 9pm local time in 45 states, plus Washington D.C., The Power Play, for $1 more, multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x to 10x.
- 10x multiplier applies when jackpot is below $150 million.
- In 2025 draws, 10x benefited 15% of secondary prizes.
The lottery emphasizes responsible gaming, with helplines in each state. Vendas online grow 20% annually, via official apps.
Expectations for the next draw
The $930 million jackpot for December 10 draws record sales projections, estimated at 50 million tickets. The cash value upfront is US$429 million, an option preferred by 70% of historical winners.
Draws take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, broadcast live on local channels. Powerball, launched in 1992, has raised more than US$36 billion for public causes by 2025.
Convenience stores as lucky spots
Establishments like the 7-Eleven in Stuart function as betting hubs, with 60% of lottery sales in convenience stores. Bônus of commission encourage promotions, such as quick pick ticket displays.
In 2025, Florida recorded 12 prizes over US$500,000 at similar stores. Location on highways increases traffic from casual shoppers. Proprietários report sales spikes before rollovers, with on-site training to verify winning tickets.
Lottery contributions to education
Funds from Powerball in Flórida allocate 38% of revenues to education programs, totaling $1.8 billion in 2024.
The commission monitors impacts, with annual reports showing a 15% increase in benefited enrollments. Unclaimed Prêmios reinforce these contributions.
