Mega-Sena is accumulated and the prize can reach R$ 85 million
The main prize of contest 2789 has accumulated, and the next draw will take place this Saturday (10/26)
The Lottery House
According to information from Caixa Econômica Federal, no bet matched the six numbers in contest 2789 of the Mega-Sena, held this Thursday (10/24). Therefore, the prize, which was estimated at R$ 55 million, has accumulated and could reach R$ 85 million. The draw for contest 2790 will take place this Saturday (10/26).
The winning numbers were: 03 – 17 – 18 – 19 – 20 – 55.
There were 137 bets that won the five-number match, with each receiving R$ 25,356.30. Additionally, 6,634 bets matched four numbers, with each winner receiving R$ 748.05.
For those hoping for a chance to become a millionaire, bets can be placed until 7 PM (Brasília time) on the day of the draw, and players can choose 6 to 20 numbers from the 60 available on the betting slip. There is also the option to let the system choose the numbers (Surpresinha) and/or play with the same bet for 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, or 12 consecutive draws (Teimosinha).
What are the odds of winning the Mega-Sena jackpot?
Each game of 6 numbers costs R$ 5.00. The odds of hitting all six numbers with a simple game are 1 in 50,063,860. However, Mega-Sena allows players to choose up to 20 numbers, with the cost of this bet exceeding R$ 193,000, but the odds of winning improve to 1 in 1,292.
To claim the prizes, players have the option of going to a licensed lottery retailer or a Caixa branch. Gross amounts exceeding R$ 2,259.20 can only be redeemed at the bank upon presentation of identification, CPF, and the betting receipt.