Two fortunate bettors ushered in the New Year as instant millionaires after winning the ₱25,351,115 jackpot in the Lotto 6/42 draw conducted by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Tuesday evening. The winning combination of 27-26-09-41-19-20 will see the prize equally divided between the two winners, each receiving a substantial sum before applicable taxes.
By the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law, lottery winnings exceeding ₱10,000 are subject to a 20% tax. Therefore, each winner will take home approximately ₱10,140,446 after taxes. The winners have one year from the date of the draw to claim their prizes at the PCSO main office in Mandaluyong City, where they must present the winning tickets and two valid forms of identification.
The PCSO also announced that the Ultra Lotto 6/58 jackpot has risen to ₱290,664,568.00, as no ticket matched the winning numbers 11-40-20-12-19-01 in the latest draw. Similarly, the Super Lotto 6/49 jackpot remains unclaimed, with the winning combination 40-35-20-34-24-33 and a prize of ₱15.84 million awaiting a lucky winner.
The PCSO conducts various lottery games, including the Lotto 6/42, Super Lotto 6/49, and Ultra Lotto 6/58, with draws held multiple times a week. These games are a significant source of revenue for the agency, funding health programs, medical assistance, and other charitable initiatives across the country. The PCSO encourages the public to participate in these games responsibly, reminding bettors to play within their means.
In recent months, there have been notable wins in PCSO lotteries. For instance, a lone bettor from Ormoc City, Leyte, won the Super Lotto 6/49 jackpot of ₱129,075,826.40 in November 2024. Additionally, two bettors from Mexico, Pampanga, and San Mateo, Rizal, shared the Lotto 6/42 jackpot of ₱12,825,306 in the same month.
While winning the lottery is a game of chance, these recent successes have inspired many to try their luck. The PCSO continues to remind players that the odds of winning are slim and to view the lottery as entertainment rather than a guaranteed investment.
Tickets can be purchased at authorized PCSO outlets nationwide for those interested in participating. The agency also advises players to check the official PCSO website or visit authorized outlets for the latest draw schedules and results.
As the jackpots for games like the Ultra Lotto 6/58 continue to grow, anticipation builds among hopeful bettors. The PCSO remains committed to ensuring the integrity and transparency of its lottery games, providing not only opportunities for individual winnings but also supporting various charitable causes throughout the Philippines.