Fernando Cervantes Jr. reports on the $743 million Mega Millions jackpot drawing scheduled for Friday night.

Fernando Cervantes Jr. reports that the Mega Millions jackpot has reached $743 million, making it the 10th-largest prize in the game's history. The drawing is scheduled for Friday, July 24, with a cash value of $323.4 million. Players must match five white balls and one gold Mega Ball to win the top prize. While the jackpot remains unclaimed, a lucky player in Palmdale, California, won a second-place prize of $7,326,642 after matching all five white balls. This winner utilized the Megaplier option to double the base prize of $3,663,321. Lottery enthusiasts also have a significant opportunity on Saturday night, as the Powerball jackpot has climbed to $600 million. Tickets for both games are available at various retail locations, including grocery and convenience stores. Winners can choose between a one-time lump-sum payment or an annuity payout, which consists of an immediate payment followed by annual checks that increase by 5% each year.

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