A lone bettor from Metro Manila is now nearly P9 million richer after winning Friday night’s Megalotto 6/45 jackpot.
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced Saturday that the winning ticket, purchased in Barangay Masambong, Quezon City, matched the lucky combination 01-05-37-31-18-19 — earning the holder the P8.91 million top prize.
The winner has one year to claim the jackpot at the PCSO main office in Mandaluyong City. As required under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law, winnings above PHP10,000 are subject to a 20 percent tax.
Aside from the lone jackpot winner, 18 bettors will take home P32,000 each for hitting five of the six numbers. Another 1,031 players won PHP1,000 each for four correct digits, while 17,747 bettors will receive P30 each for matching three.
The Megalotto 6/45 draw is held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles urged the public to continue supporting the agency’s games, noting that lotto revenues help fund medical programs, health services, and various national charities. Through its mandatory contributions, the PCSO provides crucial assistance to individuals seeking medical aid and supports government institutions nationwide.
