Mega Millions Jackpot Larger Than Estimated

When the numbers were totaled, the Mega Millions jackpot broke all expectations by ringing in at a jaw-dropping $390 million for the March 6, 2007 drawing.

Now two lucky ticket-holders are about to have the experience of a lifetime as each claims half of that amazing jackpot.

Many players now buy tickets online.

The winning numbers were 16-22-29-39-42 and the Mega Ball number was 20.

That $390 million now holds the record as the largest jackpot ever. The high level of excitement and play in and around Mega Millions states created more than 5.3 million winning tickets in Tuesday's drawing. That includes 43 tickets that each won $250,000 for matching the first five numbers and only missing the Mega Ball number.

The jackpot for the Friday, March 9, 2007 Mega Millions drawing is $12 million.

It is now easier to buy lottery tickets as you are able to buy tickets online.