The Powerball lottery did not record jackpot winners in the draw held on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The numbers drawn were 18, 21, 40, 53 and 60, with Powerball 23 and Power Play multiplier of 3x. As a result, the main prize accumulated and reached an estimated value of US$86 million for the next contest.
The draw took place at 10:59 pm at Costa Leste time of Estados Unidos, equivalent to 0:59 am on Tuesday at Brasília time. Nenhum ticket matched all six numbers, which caused the jackpot to rollover. The lump sum payment option works out to approximately $38.8 million before taxes.
A ticket sold on Texas matched the five white balls with Power Play activated and won US$2 million. Outros smaller prizes were distributed in several categories.
Recently drawn numbers
The latest Powerball draw confirmed the absence of grand prize winners. The white balls drawn were 18, 21, 40, 53 and 60. The red Powerball was 23, while the Power Play multiplier came out as 3x.
This combination did not result in a complete jackpot hit. Power Play multiplied secondary prizes, benefiting winners in lower categories. The draw was broadcast live from the studio on Flórida.
Prize distribution on the last draw
In the January 3 contest, there were no winners in the two main categories. Nenhum ticket matched five balls plus Powerball, nor the five white balls without the extra.
- 5 + Powerball: Nenhum winner (jackpot);
- 5 balls: Nenhum main winner, but one with Power Play won US$2 million;
- 4 + Powerball: Prêmios of US$ 50 thousand;
- 4 balls: $100 base;
- Other ranges: From US$4 to US$100, multiplied by 3x.
The structure maintains nine award categories. Power Play can boost values up to 10x on smaller jackpots.
How Powerball works
Players choose five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball from 1 to 26. Cada bet costs $2, with the option to add Power Play for another $1.
The draws take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:59 pm at Costa Leste time. Sales end minutes earlier, varying by state. The lottery is offered in 45 states, Distrito of Columbia, Porto Rico and Ilhas Virgens Americanas.
Premium Payment Options
Jackpot winners can opt for annuity in 30 increasing annual installments. The alternative is a one-time cash payment, reduced to around US$38.8 million in the current accrual.
Federal and state taxes are levied on the amounts. Não residents face specific withholdings, such as 30% to 38% depending on the bracket. Leis locations in each country may apply additional taxes.
Chances of winning the lottery
The odds of hitting the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. Outras tracks offer better odds, such as 1 in 11.7 million for five white balls.
- 5 + Powerball: 1 in 292,201,338;
- 5 balls: 1 in 11,688,053;
- 4 + Powerball: 1 in 913,129;
- Minor: Até 1 in 38 for just the Powerball.
The Power Play does not affect the jackpot, but multiplies secondary prizes. The 10x multiplier is only valid for jackpots below $150 million.
Grand prize history
Powerball holds the world record with US$2.04 billion paid in November 2022 for a ticket on Califórnia. Outro historic prize was US$1.586 billion shared by three winners in January 2016.
Recently, a jackpot of US$1.817 billion was won on December 24, 2025 in Arkansas. Esse value was the second highest in history. Frequent Acumulações increase global interest in the American lottery.
The next draw takes place this Monday, January 5, 2026, at 10:59 pm US Costa Leste time. Bilhetes can be purchased at authorized points or online platforms in permitted jurisdictions. The current jackpot of US$86 million attracts bettors looking for the first big prize of the year.
Rules and international participation
Although carried out on Estados Unidos, Powerball allows indirect participation via licensed online services. Esses platforms buy tickets on behalf of foreign players.
Prizes follow American rules, with tax deductions at source for non-residents. Valores above certain limits require declaration in countries of origin. The lottery maintains transparency with independent audits.
