A Texas lottery winner claimed their share of the near-record $1.78 billion Powerball jackpot in October 2025. The Seven Bridges Revocable Trust from Fredericksburg, Texas became owner of the second-largest lottery prize ever won in United States history.
🔥 Quick Facts
- The September 6, 2025 drawing produced two jackpot winners in Texas and Missouri who split the $1.78 billion prize evenly
- The Texas winner received $410.3 million in cash before taxes, the largest single prize in Texas Lottery history
- A number selection mistake led to the winning ticket—the player intended different numbers but won anyway
- Only the November 2022 Powerball jackpot of $2.04 billion exceeds this prize in all of U.S. lottery history
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When the Texas Lottery announced the claim on October 14, 2025, it marked a historic moment for the state. The $1.78 billion Powerball jackpot split between two winners made it the second-largest lottery prize ever awarded. Only Edwin Castro’s $2.04 billion win in November 2022 surpasses this achievement nationally.
The Fredericksburg, Texas location where the winning ticket was sold at Big’s 103 convenience store celebrated the massive win. Store owners received a $250,000 bonus for selling the jackpot-winning ticket. This recognition reflects how lottery retailers participate in life-changing moments for lucky players.
How One Number Changed Everything
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The winning ticket matched all six numbers: 11-23-44-61-62 with Powerball 17. What makes this claim remarkable is the story behind the selection. According to the trust representative, the player—who typically picks random numbers—decided to choose meaningful digits instead.
However, after purchasing the ticket, they realized they had made an error. One number differed from their original intention. Rather than feeling dismayed, fate intervened. The next morning while driving to church, they checked their ticket and discovered the jackpot win. They pulled over multiple times to verify the numbers before placing the ticket safely in their glove box.
Record-Breaking Timeline and Payout Details
| Category | Details |
| Drawing Date | September 6, 2025 |
| Claim Date | October 14, 2025 |
| Jackpot Run Length | 42 consecutive drawings (longest in Powerball history) |
| Cash Payout (Texas) | $410,324,470.28 before taxes |
| Annualized Prize | $1.8 billion (split with Missouri winner) |
The winning player chose the cash value option at the time of purchase, receiving $410.3 million before taxes. This represents the largest single prize ever distributed to a Texas Lottery player in the state’s history. The choice between annuity and lump sum typically reflects personal financial strategy, and this winner selected immediate access to funds.
The 42-drawing run before this jackpot was hit set a remarkable record for Powerball. The prize started as a modest $20 million on June 2 and continued mounting over nearly three months. With millions of tickets sold during this extended run, the final jackpot reached historic proportions.
Winner’s Privacy and Community Values
Through their legal representatives, the trust issued a statement reflecting gratitude and faith. The winner emphasized family, faith, and community values, stating they planned to enjoy the blessing while sharing with those who serve the community. They requested privacy as they transition to their new life with the unexpected fortune.
This sentiment aligns with responsible lottery winners who often donate to charitable causes and community organizations. The statement revealed the winner’s identity as a Texas resident through the trust structure, maintaining personal privacy while meeting legal disclosure requirements. The Texas Lottery respects winner confidentiality while celebrating the historic achievement for the state.
How This Win Shapes Texas Lottery History?
This claim represents only the third Powerball jackpot winner in Texas since the state joined the multijurisdictional game in 2010. The previous major Texas win occurred in February 2015, when an Austin claimant won a share of the $564.1 million jackpot with two other winners. The rarity of jackpot wins across 15 years demonstrates the astronomical odds—1 in 292.2 million—of matching all numbers.
Texas Lottery leadership celebrated the milestone, noting how the record prize funds vital state programs. Since its inception, the Texas Lottery has generated over $41.5 billion in state revenue. More than $35.5 billion has supported public education through the Foundation School Fund, while $279 million has aided veteran programs. This historic win reignited excitement about the lottery’s community impact.
“We are Texas true to the state and its values. We believe in family, in faith, and in the blessings that come through both. This is a moment of gratitude for us, a blessing we plan to enjoy and share with those who are special to us and who serve our community.”
— Texas Lottery Winner Representative, Seven Bridges Revocable Trust
Sources
- Powerball Official — Official announcement of Texas lottery player claiming $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot prize
- Texas Lottery Commission — Historic payout details and state lottery history dating to 1992
- CNN / ABC News — Coverage of lottery record-breaking jackpots and national rankings
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