Last Tuesday (26), a lucky Mega-Sena bettor, resident in Recife, capital of Pernambuco, matched the six draws (02 – 16 – 22 – 27 – 35 – 47).
The person will pocket an incredible prize of just over R$118 million.
Mega-Sena contest 2,705 was generous not only to the big winner, but also to other bettors. In total, 182 bets hit the quina, receiving more than R$32,000 each.
On the quadra, 10,213 people won prizes, with each one taking home R$834.93.
These numbers show not only the emotion involved in the Mega-Sena draws, but also the hope that this type of game brings to thousands of Brazilians, who dream of changing their lives with a single ticket.
What are the chances of getting it right in Mega-Sena?
Caixa Econômica Federal, responsible for the Mega-Sena draws, highlights that the probability of hitting all six numbers with a simple bet is one in more than 50 million. In other words, the winner must have unusual luck.
In any case, the Mega-Sena remains one of the most popular lotteries in the country.
How do you bet?
To bet on Mega-Sena, you need to follow a few simple steps:
1. Choose your numbers: Each bet costs R$4.50 and allows you to choose 6 to 15 numbers, among the 60 available on the wheel.
2. Minimum bet: If you choose the minimum bet, with 6 numbers, the chance of hitting the Mega-Sena (six numbers) is 1 in 50,063,860.
3. Choosing the number of numbers: The more numbers you choose, the higher the bet price and also the chances of winning. So, for example, when choosing 15 numbers, the bet will cost R$22,522.50 and the probability of getting the number right will be 1 in 10,003.
4. Surpresinha: If you prefer, you can let the system choose the numbers for you, selecting the “Surprise” option on the steering wheel.
5. Teimosinha: You can also compete with the same bet for 2, 4 or 8 consecutive contests, marking the “Teimosinha” option on the steering wheel.
6. Online betting: In addition to lotteries, it is possible to place bets online on the Caixa Econômica Federal website. So, just follow the instructions and use a valid credit card.
7. Draws: The Mega-Sena draws take place three times a week, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, always at 8pm (Brasília time).
Remembering that bets can be placed until 7pm on the day of the draw, at any lottery in the country. Good luck!
