Lottery players across the United States tuned in on Christmas Eve for a chance at the giant $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot. The drawing, which had captured national attention after weeks of rollovers, produced the official winning numbers and left millions wondering whether a single ticket matched all six numbers to claim the massive prize.

Winning numbers and prize breakdown

The official Powerball numbers drawn on Christmas Eve were: 04, 12, 22, 33, 52 and Powerball 10. The Power Play multiplier was 3x. Those numbers determined the distribution of prize tiers for that drawing.

According to the Powerball organization and state lottery offices reporting results, no ticket matched all six numbers to win the advertised $1.7 billion jackpot. Because there was no grand-prize winner, the jackpot will continue to roll over and grow for the next drawing, pending sales and any future winners.

Big winners and large prizes from the drawing

Although the top prize was not claimed, the drawing produced multiple sizable prizes in the lower tiers. Several players matched five white balls (without the Powerball) to win million-dollar prizes in states with standard prize rules. Other winners captured amounts ranging from $100,000 to $50,000 by matching combinations that included the Power Play multiplier.

State lotteries in jurisdictions across the country reported that multiple tickets won at the $50,000 and $100,000 levels when the Power Play multiplier was applied. Smaller prizes — from $4 up to $2,000 — were awarded to thousands of players who matched fewer numbers.

Why the jackpot matters: record runs and betting behavior

Jackpots that climb into the billions create unusual spikes in ticket sales as players are drawn by the chance of life-changing money. Retailers in major metro areas reported long lines and brisk sales leading up to the drawing. Social media lit up with shoppers and groups of co-workers buying tickets as holiday gatherings turned into last-minute lottery pools.

Powerball’s $1.7 billion offering came after a string of rollovers that began when tickets failed repeatedly to match all six numbers in previous drawings. As rollovers accumulate, both casual players and regular lottery participants often increase their purchases, driving higher sales and larger subsequent jackpots.

What happens next: rollover and next drawing

Because no ticket matched all six numbers, the jackpot rolls over to the next scheduled drawing. The new jackpot amount will be announced by the Powerball consortium and state lotteries after sales close for the next drawing. Analysts expect continued high interest and elevated ticket sales for the upcoming drawing, especially given the holiday attention the jackpot attracted.

Winners in the lower prize tiers can claim their prizes at state lottery offices, authorized retailers, or by following the claim procedures posted by individual state lotteries. Those with million-dollar prizes typically have to visit a lottery headquarters and will be guided through tax and payout options, including lump-sum versus annuity choices.

How winners claim large prizes and tax considerations

Large-prize winners face a series of important decisions and legal steps. State lottery offices advise winners to sign the back of the winning ticket, keep it in a secure place, and consult with financial, legal and tax advisers before making public announcements. Most lotteries allow winners to remain anonymous in certain states; in others, lottery winners’ names and locations are public records.

On claiming and taxes: federal taxes apply to lottery winnings, and state taxes may also be withheld depending on the winner’s residence. Winners who opt for a lump-sum cash payment receive a reduced amount compared with the advertised annuity jackpot, which is paid in annual installments over decades. Winners typically work with tax professionals to plan for the immediate tax withholding and long-term tax strategy.

Reactions from retailers, officials and players

Retailers selling winning or high-value tickets have reported surges in foot traffic and hope for future business from long-shot customers who purchased tickets during the run-up to the drawing. Lottery officials emphasized responsible play, urging players to set limits and remember that the odds of winning the jackpot remain extremely low.

Players who missed out on the jackpot expressed disappointment but said they enjoyed the excitement. Lottery players who won smaller prizes celebrated modestly, noting that smaller payouts can still fund meaningful purchases or holiday expenses.

Odds and how they work

Powerball odds of matching all six numbers and winning the jackpot remain extremely long — 1 in 292.2 million — regardless of the size of the advertised prize. Odds for other prize tiers vary: for example, matching five white balls (without Powerball) typically yields a 1 in 11.7 million chance, while matching three white balls plus the Powerball has much shorter odds and correspondingly smaller prize amounts.

How to check tickets and where to get official results

Players should check tickets against the official numbers posted by their state lottery or the official Powerball website and mobile app. State lotteries provide details on claiming procedures, deadlines (which vary by state), and the exact prize payout for Power Play and other prize tiers.

Bottom line

The Christmas Eve Powerball drawing produced winning numbers 04, 12, 22, 33, 52 and Powerball 10, with no ticket matching all six numbers to win the $1.7 billion jackpot. Multiple players won at lower prize tiers, including several million-dollar payouts in jurisdictions that award $1 million for matching five white balls. With no grand-prize winner, the jackpot will roll over to the next drawing, continuing the cycle of heightened interest and robust ticket sales.