Wednesday night’s Lotto 6/49 draw delivered exciting results for lottery players across Canada, though the coveted $16 million Gold Ball jackpot was not claimed. However, many other prizes were awarded, making it a fruitful night for several lucky players.
Gold Ball Jackpot Eludes Players
The Gold Ball wasn’t drawn, meaning that no one won the $16 million jackpot. Instead, the fourth White Ball was selected, awarding a $1 million prize to a fortunate player from Western Canada who matched the winning numbers (38272561-01). With the Gold Ball jackpot rolling over, it will rise to $18 million for the next draw on Saturday, September 14, 2024.
Classic Draw Delivers Major Wins
The Classic Draw on Wednesday also brought exciting results. The winning numbers were 01, 08, 19, 33, 46, 49, with a bonus number of 02.
In Surrey, BC, a lucky lottery player matched all six numbers, securing the $5 million top prize. A player from Quebec also had a good night, matching five out of six numbers and the bonus number, earning a second prize of $192,977.90.
Despite no one winning the $500,000 Classic Draw Extra prize, 44 Canadians matched three out of four numbers, each winning a modest $1,000.
Lotto 6/49 Prize Breakdown
Here’s a detailed look at the prize distribution for Wednesday’s Classic Draw:
Match |
Prize |
Winners |
6/6 |
$5,000,000.00 |
1 (Surrey) |
5/6+ |
$192,977.90 |
1 (Que.) |
5/6 |
$1,025.70 |
79 |
4/6 |
$80.90 |
4,031 |
3/6 |
$10.00 |
74,619 |
2/6+ |
$5.00 |
54,671 |
2/6 |
$3.00 Free Play |
507,225 |
Classic Draw Extra Prize Breakdown
The Extra Prize Draw had the following results:
Match |
Prize |
Winners |
4/4 |
$500,000.00 |
0 |
3/4 |
$1,000.00 |
44 |
2/4 |
$10.00 |
3,090 |
1/4 |
$1.00 |
62,288 |
Looking Ahead: Gold Ball Jackpot Climbs to $18 Million
With no winner for the Gold Ball Jackpot, players have another chance to claim the growing prize in the next Lotto 6/49 draw on Saturday, September 14, where the Gold Ball jackpot will be an exciting $18 million.
Lotto Max Draw: First-Ever $75 Million Jackpot on Friday
Meanwhile, Lotto Max players are gearing up for a record-breaking draw on Friday, September 13, with the largest-ever Lotto Max jackpot set at $75 million. If no one wins the top prize, the jackpot will roll over to a historic $80 million for the Tuesday, September 17 draw, making it the largest lottery jackpot available in Canada. Along with the main prize, 12 MAXMILLIONS draws, each offering $1 million, will also take place, bringing the total prize pool to an astonishing $87 million.
The odds of winning the top prize in Lotto Max remain one in 33,294,800 per $5 play, and the overall odds of winning any prize are one in seven per $5 play.
Final Thoughts: Gamble Responsibly
While lottery excitement is at an all-time high, it’s essential to remember that all forms of gambling, including lottery play, come with risk, and outcomes are based entirely on chance. For anyone experiencing gambling-related issues, resources are available to provide support and guidance.
Stay tuned for more updates on the next Lotto 6/49 and Lotto Max draws and make sure to check your tickets for a chance to win life-changing prizes!
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