Prior to this, the greatest jackpot in a national lottery was $1.58 billion (£1.09 billion), won in the Powerball by three individuals on 13 January 2016 following 19 consecutive draws without a winner.
Mr Castro said in his statement: “As someone who received the rewards of being educated in the California public education system, it’s gratifying to hear that as a result of my win, the California school system greatly benefits as well.” AdvertisementsĮven though the winnings were claimed on this occasion, the California school system still received more than $156 million (£136 million) as a result of lottery ticket sales. Any unclaimed winnings are awarded to the state's public school system. He did, however, release a brief statement saying he was ‘shocked’ and ‘ecstatic.’Īs mandated by Californian law, lottery winners have one year to submit their winning ticket, and their name and winnings must be announced as part of the public record. Advertisementsĭespite being named, he opted not to attend the press announcement or reveal any further information about himself, as he wishes to maintain his privacy. Mr Castro had kept his identity secret until it was revealed by California Lottery officials on Tuesday.
Mr Castro eventually claimed the unprecedented pot with winning numbers of 10, 33, 41, 47, 56 and a Powerball of 10.Īn additional 22 people each won $1 million for matching five numbers without the Powerball, and one lucky entrant won $2 million for matching five numbers with the x2 multiplier. Following 40 consecutive draws without a winner, the Powerball lottery's grand prize had swollen to its largest amount ever.
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