Vienna resident wins big on Powerball thanks to Virginia Lottery online access
Vienna, Virginia – Elizabeth Abiles of Vienna recently experienced the thrill of coming within a single number of winning a massive $165 million Powerball jackpot. By matching the first five numbers but missing the final Powerball number, Abiles won the game’s $1 million second prize instead, a remarkable achievement that highlights the excitement of Powerball’s tiered prize structure.
Abiles purchased her winning ticket for the September 16 Powerball drawing without stepping outside her home, thanks to the Virginia Lottery’s online gaming platform. In Virginia, players can enjoy the convenience of playing Powerball, Mega Millions, and other lottery drawing games online. The platform also offers dozens of instant games available exclusively online, making access to lottery games easier than ever for Virginians.
The winning numbers for the September 16 drawing were 8, 9, 11, 27, and 31, with 17 as the Powerball number. Despite missing the grand prize, Abiles’ five-number match made her the winner of the $1 million second-tier prize, a significant reward for her near-jackpot success.
To play Powerball or other Virginia Lottery games online, residents can download the Lottery’s app or visit valottery.com. Participants must be at least 18 years old and physically located in Virginia. Powerball drawings occur three times a week at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot by matching all six numbers are 1 in 292.2 million, while the overall odds of winning any Powerball prize stand at 1 in 25.
For more details on Powerball, visit the official game site and join in on the excitement of future drawings.
