August 22nd 2024.
As the clock ticks down to tonight's highly anticipated Powerball draw, Australians all over the country are getting their hopes up for a chance at the jaw-dropping $100 million jackpot. But let's be real, what are the actual odds of winning this life-changing sum of money? According to one mathematician, they're not in your favor. In fact, you have a better chance of being struck by lightning.
The Lott, the official provider of Powerball in Australia, estimates that the odds of winning the division one prize are a staggering 134 million to one. To put that into perspective, University of Queensland mathematician Professor Peter Adams calculated that Australians have a 650 times higher chance of being struck by lightning than picking the winning numbers. That's right, you have a higher chance of being hit by a bolt of lightning than becoming an instant multi-millionaire.
In comparison, the odds of being attacked by a shark in Australia are eight million to one. That means your chances of being devoured by one of these ocean predators are 16.7 times higher than winning the Powerball jackpot. Yikes.
But don't let these daunting odds discourage you, as there have been some lucky individuals who have defied the numbers and come out as division one winners this year. So far, 11 lucky ticket holders have claimed a total of over $492 million in Powerball winnings. Five of these winners were from New South Wales, four were from Queensland, and one each from South Australia and Victoria.
If you're still feeling optimistic and want to know more about your chances of winning division one, you can read the full list here. And for those of you who want to stay updated on all the latest news, celebrity gossip, and sports updates, be sure to join our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithms, and your private details are safe with us.
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