Philippines sweepstakes: Ticket buyer in Pasig bags Php32-million jackpot

Manila: Someone in Pasig (a component city of Metro Manila) just hit the jackpot.

The lucky ticket holder bagged a whopping Php32.2 million ($547,624) in the MegaLotto 6/45 draw on Monday, according to Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).

The draw participant purchase the golden ticket at Lucky Circle Corporation, Unimart, Capitol Commons, Pasig.

Winning details:

Jackpot Prize: Php32,244,545.60 (subject to 20% tax)
Winning Combination: 31-04-17-07-19-27
Where to Claim: PCSO Main Office, Mandaluyong City
Deadline: Winner has one year to claim the prize

Other winners

• 82 players won Php32,000 ($548) each for 5 correct numbers

• 2,963 players got Php1,000 ($17) for matching 4 numbers

• 36,745 lucky ones received Php30 ($0.51) for 3 correct digits

The MegaLotto 6/45 is drawn every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

The PCSO also told players that supporting their games helps fund health programmes, medical assistance, and national charities.