Mega-Sena: Lottery Manager Chooses Winning Numbers but Misses Out on R$ 115 Million
Prize of R$ 114 Million Won by a sweepstakes with 10 Shares, but the Lottery Manager Who Selected the Numbers Did Not Participate
The Lottery House
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Introduction:
Mega-Sena, Brazil's most famous lottery, is renowned for creating millionaires and transforming lives overnight. However, during the draw held on Saturday, June 8, a curious incident occurred: Taize Cochinski Batista, a manager of a lottery store in Ponta Grossa, Paraná, chose the numbers that made a lottery sweepstakes win R$ 114 million in the main prize, but she did not buy a share herself and missed the chance to become a millionaire.
With 12 years of experience at the Lotérica Princesa dos Campos II, Taize has seen many bettors win smaller prizes but never before in the Mega-Sena. Her experience and intuition in choosing the winning numbers were decisive for the sweepstakes victory, which, in addition to winning the main prize, also secured winnings in the quadra (four numbers) and quina (five numbers) categories. This event highlights the unpredictability and excitement surrounding Mega-Sena draws, where luck can smile on anyone at any moment, transforming lives dramatically and unexpectedly.
Taize's story exemplifies how fickle lottery luck can be. Even someone so involved in the process, with a crucial role in organizing the winning sweepstakes, can end up with nothing. Despite this, she expressed happiness for the winners, showing a generous and positive spirit in the face of the situation. This story serves as a powerful reminder that in the lottery, luck is truly the deciding factor, and anyone can have the chance to change their life with a simple bet.
The Winning sweepstakes
The participants of the winning sweepstakes, organized at the Lotérica Princesa dos Campos II in Ponta Grossa, Paraná, had extraordinary luck. The sweepstakes, divided into 10 shares, not only hit the six numbers drawn in the Mega-Sena but also won prizes in the quadra and quina categories. The winning bet yielded a total of R$ 115.05 million, comprising R$ 114,104,458.30 from the main prize, R$ 890,408.80 from the quina hits, and R$ 55,775.70 from the quadra hits.
The Number Selection
Taize Cochinski Batista, the lottery manager, was responsible for choosing the winning numbers. With 12 years of experience at the lottery store, Taize revealed that the establishment had previously seen winners in other lottery modalities like Lotofácil, but never in the Mega-Sena. "You need to have faith and hope that one day you will win," advised Taize. Although happy for the winners, Taize confessed that she felt a bit frustrated for not having bought a share of the sweepstakes.
The Accumulated Prize
The Mega-Sena contest 2734, held on Saturday, June 8, drew the following numbers: 21, 27, 35, 48, 59, and 60. The combination of these nine chosen numbers allowed the winning sweepstakes to secure not only the main prize but also additional prizes in the quadra and quina categories. Each of the 10 participants in the sweepstakes contributed R$ 60 and won R$ 11.5 million.
Another Curious Case of Mega-Sena in Ponta Grossa/PR
The history of Mega-Sena is full of curious and exciting episodes. Besides Taize's case, there was another winner who missed out on nearly R$ 23 million.
The winner of Mega-Sena contest 1510 did not show up to claim the R$ 22.9 million prize won in the draw on July 10. The amount was transferred to the Higher Education Student Financing Fund (FIES).
The bet was placed in Ponta Grossa, 130 kilometers from Curitiba. The winner matched the numbers 01, 08, 17, 44, 46, and 53 and won the contest alone. They had 90 days to claim the prize at a Caixa Econômica Federal (CEF) branch, which did not happen. According to the entity, this is a rare case. "We have no record of such a high amount not being claimed," they stated.
According to Valquíria Kubish, owner of the Big Sorte Lottery, where the winning bet was placed, many people showed up within those 90 days claiming the prize. "Some arrived with the numbers marked on the ticket and said they had lost the original paper, but we didn't believe it at any time," she said. "When we learned that the prize had been drawn here, we were hopeful. They even said it was an employee of the city's machine park, but that was not confirmed," she added.
The loss of prizes due to unverified tickets is an intriguing phenomenon. Studies indicate that many bettors simply forget to check their numbers or lose the ticket. The transfer of unclaimed prizes to FIES ensures that the money is used for a noble cause, helping students finance their higher education.
Draws and How to Bet
Mega-Sena holds three weekly draws: on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. To win the top prize, it is necessary to match the six drawn numbers, but it is also possible to win smaller prizes by matching four or five numbers. A simple bet costs R$ 5 and can be placed at lottery stores, online, or through the Loterias Caixa app.
Conclusion:
Mega-Sena is more than just a lottery; it is a social phenomenon that sparks dreams and creates memorable stories. The cases presented highlight the unpredictability and excitement involved in the draws. Even those deeply involved in organizing and selecting the numbers have no guarantee of winning. The unclaimed prizes reverted to FIES also serve as a reminder that in the lottery, luck is the determining factor, and anyone can become a millionaire as long as they place their bets and check their tickets regularly. Whether you are an experienced bettor or a novice, Mega-Sena continues to fascinate and transform lives. As Taize Cochinski Batista aptly put it, "you need to have faith and hope that one day you will win."