The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing held on Tuesday, May 6, have been announced, revealing no jackpot winner. The drawn numbers were 16, 17, 43, 46, and 58, with the Mega Ball also being 16. The estimated jackpot for this draw was $90 million, which translates to a cash option of approximately $40.8 million.
The next opportunity to play will be on Friday, May 9, as drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. Ticket sales in Michigan are open until 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights, with each ticket priced at $5.
For those wondering how to play Mega Millions, participants select six numbers from two different pools: five numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball). Alternatively, players may use the Easy Pick or Quick Pick option for convenience.
In terms of prizes, the Mega Millions offers a variety of rewards beyond the jackpot, which include options for matching various combinations of numbers, with substantial payouts available for different tiers. Notably, the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot remain at 1 in 290,472,336.
Winners can choose between an annuity option, which consists of an immediate payment followed by 29 increasing annual payments—a structure designed to safeguard against inflation—or a one-time cash payment equivalent to the jackpot pool.
The excitement continues as players prepare for the upcoming drawing, holding onto hope for a lucrative win.
With the next drawing just days away, there remains a sense of anticipation and possibility for participants in the Mega Millions game.