Last Wednesday’s Powerball failed to produce a winner and the upcoming prize stays still open going into tonight’s draw, increasing anticipation.
Shops are offering tickets in the United Kingdom alongside the U.S., a new market the lottery opened this week, broadening its audience.
Some American players say the international push tilts the odds toward other players anyway, a sentiment shared by many.
Lottery officials project accelerated jackpot increase because more tickets are being sold overnight, potentially attracting new players.
Live results for tonight’s numbers will be posted on the official Powerball website and local lottery pages after the 11 p.m. ET draw, for fans across the continent.