Powerball players outraged over lotterys historic expansion abroad: Rigged anyway

Powerball players in the US vowed that they were “done” playing the popular lotto game after it reached the shores of the UK amid its international expansion, accusing officials of corruption.Jackpot hopefuls say they will play their state lottery games rather than test their luck at winning the massive prize, which now stands at over $600 million following Wednesday’s drawing.Wednesday’s draw marked the first time that players in the UK could take part for $5.35 (£4) per line.Powerball officials touted that the game’s expansion across the Atlantic would bring in “faster-growing jackpots” with more players buying into the game.Even though UK-based players have to pay more for a ticket, the Powerball expansion has not been welcomed by all.“I won’t buy anymore,” Irene Saladrigas wrote on Facebook. “This system is so corrupted.

A full investigation should be done,” San Diego resident Roy Stevenson blasted online.“Won’t be playing it and I guess casinos here we come,” Marjia Jones said in protest.“WHAT, I’m done buying!” Terri Curtis fumed.“I’m done.It’s rigged anyway,” said Brian Nallick as he railed against the overseas expansion.The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are one in 292 million – and players believe they will have a higher chance of winning state lotto games now the potential pool of winners has been widened.“Guess they really don’t want me to play Powerball anymore,” Jesus Martinez, of Irving, Texas, said.

“Texas lotto here I come.”“Texas lotto for the win!” Antonio DeLeon chimed in. “That’s bs, all Americans should stop playing, and just play your state lotteries,” Jay Williams said online.Fury has mounted – even though Powerball bosses have stressed nothing changes for American players.One line still costs $2 and jackpot winners can decide how they want to receive their prize. Powerball winners in the US can either receive their prize as a lump sum or via installments over 30 ...