Para±aque city: A lone bettor from Metro Manila bagged the PHP25.3 million jackpot in Sunday's SuperLotto 6/49 draw. In an advisory on Monday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said the winner from Para±aque City correctly guessed the winning combination of 39-29-44-15-43-25.
According to Philippines News Agency, the winner has one year to claim the PHP25,303,908.47 prize at the PCSO main office in Mandaluyong City, subject to a 20-percent tax. Under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion law, lotto winnings worth more than PHP10,000 are subject to a 20-percent tax.
Meanwhile, eight others won PHP162,500 each for guessing five out of the six winning digits; 438 bettors will get PHP 2,739.72 each for four correct digits; and 9,096 will settle for PHP50 each for three correct digits. The Super Lotto 6/49 is drawn every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles encouraged the public to support the agency's gaming products to raise additional revenues for health initiatives, medical services, and other national charities. Through its mandatory contributions, the PCSO not only helps people in need of medical assistance but also provides funds to government institutions.
