Two winning bets each claimed R$ 168 million [9] during a special Mega-Sena lottery draw held Sunday in São Paulo.
This event marked the 30th anniversary of the lottery, drawing significant public attention due to the massive prize pool and the milestone celebration of the game's longevity in Brazil.
Caixa Econômica Federal organized the event, known as Concurso 3010 [3], at the Espaço da Sorte in São Paulo [6]. The draw took place at 11 a.m. [5] on May 24, 2026 [4]. While some early estimates placed the prize at R$ 320 million [2], the final total distributed reached approximately R$ 336 million [1].
The winning numbers for the anniversary draw were 03, 30, 33, 35, 45, and 47 [7]. The high stakes of the 30th-anniversary edition led to a surge in ticket sales and participation across the country.
In addition to the top prize winners, the lottery reported that 45 players from Minas Gerais successfully matched five numbers, known as the "quina" [9]. The distribution of the R$ 336 million [1] prize pool highlights the scale of the event compared to standard weekly draws.
The Espaço da Sorte served as the official venue for the proceedings, ensuring the transparency of the selection process for the anniversary edition. This special draw was designed specifically to commemorate three decades of the Mega-Sena system [2].
“Two winning bets each claimed R$ 168 million”
The 30th-anniversary draw demonstrates the enduring popularity of the Mega-Sena in Brazil and the ability of the lottery to generate massive liquidity through celebratory events. By splitting the top prize between two winners, the event illustrates the statistical rarity of the jackpot while maintaining high engagement through secondary prizes like the 'quina'.
