Lucky Numbers Revisited

An Illinois man, identified as “Rex,” won a $1 million prize in the September 3 powerball ‍drawing​ by recycling ⁤numbers from a previously unwinning ticket,⁢ according to the Illinois Lottery.

Rex explained he typically plays Lotto but decided ‌to try‌ his luck with Powerball after finding the old ticket. He was motivated by the large jackpot-over $1 billion-and a desire to⁢ potentially win big.

Winning Combination

The winning ticket, purchased ‌at Joe’s tobacco and Vape & Phone Repair Shop on⁣ West Galena Boulevard in ⁢Aurora, Illinois,​ matched all ⁢five Powerball numbers: 3, 16, 29, 61, and 69. Powerball is a multi-state lottery game.

Rex ‍described the moment he realized he’d won, stating it took a full ⁤day for the ‌news to sink in. He ⁣triple-checked ⁢his ticket and even ⁢scanned it at the store where he bought ⁢it, experiencing a meaningful rise in blood pressure and⁤ difficulty sleeping.

Plans for the Prize

Rex intends to use his $1 million⁢ winnings to ‌purchase a new car and buy ⁢gifts for his family and friends. The Illinois Lottery announced the win on September 25, 2025.