It surpassed the previous world-record grand prize of $1.586 billion in the run-up to Saturday's drawing, which had a jackpot of $1.6 billion. Until Tuesday, the jackpot had eluded players since Aug. 'At no time was the integrity of the process compromised.' 'The delay was necessary to confirm the Powerball drawing could be conducted securely and accurately,' the lottery said in a statement. The Minnesota lottery said its sales verification system caused the delay, CBS Minnesota reports.
In a statement, Powerball officials said the drawing was delayed because one lottery wasn't able to 'process its sales and play data.' The latest numbers were supposed to be revealed Monday night but the announcement was delayed until Tuesday morning.
