Mega Millions winning numbers drawn for $522M jackpot

Wednesday, July 25, 2018
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HOUSTON, Texas -- The Mega Millions jackpot swelled to $522 million ahead of Tuesday night's drawing.

Tuesday's winning numbers are: 1-2-4-19-29 Mega Ball: 20 Megaplier: 3

One report says there's a one in 302 million chance of winning the $522 million jackpot. But there are things you can do to boost the odds of becoming a multi-millionaire.

Looking at all the past Megaball numbers from this year alone, there are three numbers that have been equally picked the most: 14, 22 and 23.

For the other combinations, experts say you have a better chance of winning if you choose your own numbers over the quick pick. The quick pick numbers are computer generated and tend to be repeated.

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What can you do with more than $512 million? You can buy your own jet, an island in the Bahamas, or even a baseball team.

Your newfound riches could also buy you 10 days on the International Space Station.

The jackpot has a cash option of $308 million, which is obviously still not a bad chunk of change.

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