No winner in Mark Six lottery’s latest draw, HK$32M jackpot awaits

Ansh Pandey January 17, 2025

SiGMA news

In the latest draw of Hong Kong’s Mark Six lottery, no ticket claimed the coveted jackpot. The winning numbers for this draw were 1, 3, 4, 19, 38, and 45, with the special number being 39.

As a result, the jackpot remains unclaimed, and an estimated HK$32 million (€4 million) will roll over to the next draw, which is scheduled for Saturday, 18 January 2025.

However, as the first prize went unclaimed, there were 2.5 second prizes, with each winner receiving HK$947,930. Additionally, 76 third-prize tickets were awarded HK$83,150 each.

Historic HK$138M Mark Six jackpot split last week

This comes after a historic milestone in the previous week when two tickets split a record-breaking Mark Six jackpot of over HK$138 million (€17.7 million).

The two winners from that draw each took home HK$69,234,020, after customers rushed to Hong Kong Jockey Club betting branches across the city. The draw, held on 14 January 2025, saw nearly HK$330 million in turnover, with the winning numbers 8, 13, 18, 23, 31, and 47, and the extra number 16.

Fourteen tickets won the second prize, each receiving HK$844,560, and 651.5 tickets won the third prize, each getting HK$48,390. The total turnover for this draw reached a staggering HK$328,821,743.

For the unaware, the Mark Six lottery is one of the most famous jackpots in HongKong. First launched in 1976 by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the lottery has become an iconic part of the city’s culture.

Popularity soars in Hong Kong

The game, which involves selecting six numbers from a pool of 49, is known for its substantial jackpots and the excitement surrounding each draw. The odds of winning the top prize are approximately 1 in 13.98 million, making the lottery a high-stakes endeavour for hopeful participants.

Beyond the promising jackpot price, the Mark Six lottery plays an important role in Hong Kong’s social fabric.

The proceeds from the lottery are directed towards public welfare, helping fund various community projects and initiatives that benefit the wider population. This aspect of the lottery enhanced its popularity, as residents take part knowing that their contributions support essential public services.

The Mark Six lottery’s popularity is further evidenced by the long queues at betting outlets ahead of each draw and the live broadcasts that draw large audiences across the city. Its status as both a financial and cultural institution is deeply integrated into the daily lives of Hong Kong’s residents.