Mega-Sena rolls over again and the prize can reach R$ 33 million
The main prize of contest 2770 rolled over, and the next draw will be this Friday (09/06)
The Lottery House
According to information from Caixa Econômica Federal, no bet hit the six numbers of contest 2770 of Mega-Sena, held this Tuesday (09/03). Therefore, the prize, which was estimated at R$ 30 million, rolled over and can reach up to R$ 33 million. The draw for contest 2771 will be this Friday (09/06).
The drawn numbers were: 21 – 28 – 37 – 44 – 50 – 60.
The 'quina' (five numbers) had 35 winning bets, with each receiving the amount of R$ 73,311.94. Meanwhile, the 'quadra' (four numbers) had 2,345 winning bets, and each will receive R$ 1,563.15.
Those who want to compete for a chance to become a millionaire must place their bets until 7 pm (Brasília time) on the day of the draw and mark 6 to 20 numbers out of the 60 available on the betting slip. There is also the option to let the system choose the numbers (Surpresinha) and/or compete with the same bet for 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, or 12 consecutive contests (Teimosinha).
What is the probability of winning Mega-Sena's top prize?
Each 6-number game costs R$ 5.00. The probability of hitting the six numbers with a simple game is 1 in 50,063,860. However, Mega-Sena allows the selection of up to 20 numbers, with the cost of this bet being over R$ 193 thousand, but the chances of winning increase to 1 in 1,292.
To claim the prizes, players can choose to go to an authorized lottery house or a Caixa branch. Gross amounts over R$ 2,259.20 can only be claimed at the bank upon presentation of identification, CPF, and the betting receipt.