Mandaluyong City – Two bettors from Bulacan and Zamboanga del Sur have officially joined the roster of millionaires after claiming their share of the ₱50,952,075.80 Ultra Lotto 6/58 jackpot prize drawn on October 19, 2025, at the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) Main Office in Mandaluyong City.
The winning combination 16-09-25-17-10-15 brought fortune to the two winners, who will each take home ₱25,476,037.90.
One of the winners, a long-time lotto player from Guiguinto, Bulacan, claimed her winnings on October 23, 2025. She shared that her winning combination was inspired by the birth dates of her family members. A loyal lotto enthusiast for over 20 years, she said she usually plays jackpot-bearing games, adding she might start trying her luck in digit games as well.
Upon learning of her win a day after the draw, she expressed gratitude and excitement, saying she plans to use her newfound fortune to start a business and support the education of her children. She bought her winning ticket from the Waltermart McArthur Highway lotto outlet in Guiguinto, Bulacan.
Meanwhile, the second winner from Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur, personally claimed his prize, accompanied by his wife, on November 4, 2025. The lucky bettor, who has been playing the lotto for 15 years, said his chosen numbers were also based on the birthdays of his loved ones.
When asked about his plans, he said he intends to invest his winnings for the future of his children. His winning ticket was purchased at a lotto outlet located on Urro Street, San Francisco District, Pagadian City.
To claim the jackpot, winners must present their original signed ticket and two valid government-issued IDs.
In accordance with the TRAIN Law, a 20% tax will be deducted from prizes exceeding ₱10,000. Winners have one year from the draw date to claim their prize. Any unclaimed winnings will be added to the PCSO Charity Fund, supporting various charitable initiatives.
PCSO holds the Ultra Lotto 6/58 draws every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday at 9:00 PM. These are broadcast live on IBC 13 and streamed on PCSO’s official platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and their website at pcso.gov.ph.
The agency also continues to remind the public to play responsibly and support PCSO’s mission of raising funds for health programs, medical assistance, and various charitable services.
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