On February 3, 2025, the much-anticipated results of the Loto lottery were revealed, with players across France hoping to land the impressive jackpot of €4 million. The drawing, organized by the Française des Jeux (FDJ), was especially notable as it lacked any grand winners, meaning the jackpot will roll over to future draws, creating even more excitement.
The winning numbers announced for this February 3rd draw were 27, 29, 32, 44, and 48, with the Chance number being 8. According to the FDJ, this latest round of the Loto featured no major winners at the top tier, which typically requires all five main numbers and the Chance number to be correct. Despite this, one player was able to match five of the main numbers and claim a significant sum of €142,348.50, though they missed the Chance number.
The excitement doesn’t stop there. Alongside the primary draw results, the Loto's second draw also took place, offering players the opportunity to win additional prizes. A total of ten winning codes, each worth €20,000, were awarded, giving players another reason to check their tickets. “Dix codes gagnants à 20 000€ ont été distribués,” stated the FDJ, emphasizing the thrill of the game.
The mechanics of the Loto are simple yet engaging. Players select five numbers from 1 to 49 and choose one Chance number from 1 to 10. Participations are priced at €2.20 for the standard grid, and for those wishing to increase their chances, the option to play the second draw can be added for just €0.80 more. This year, many have enjoyed mixing familiarity—choosing frequently drawn or rare numbers—in attempts to optimize their chances.
This latest round of results also serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with play. The FDJ warns players to gamble responsibly, noting, "Les jeux d'argent et de hasard peuvent être dangereux: pertes d'argent, conflits familiaux, addiction…" This highlights the importance of playing within one's limits.
Looking back at the recent draw history, the previous drawing held on February 1 saw no winners for the top rank as well with only partial scores yielding modest gains. That draw offered players 3 million euros, but none managed to hit the jackpot. A few fortunate participants who matched four numbers with the Chance were able to leave with €1,000, and those hitting only the numbers made off with around €400 each. Such results often boost participation for another round as players feel the lure of potentially increasing jackpots.
With no grand winners this time, the Loto jackpot will revert to its base amount of €2 million if it is not won next time as per the game's rules. Consequently, the excitement builds as the FDJ prepares for the next drawing. Players will have their eyes on the potential increase before the Valentine’s Day Super Loto, which is expected to kick off on February 14 with estimates of at least €13 million up for grabs.
This upcoming special draw will not only feature increased stakes but will also include five codes for potential prizes of €20,000, making it particularly enticing for regular players. It also reflects how significant events often lead to larger draws—much like the recent pattern of higher jackpots resulting from consecutive non-winning draws.
To stay up to date and to participate, players can check their results on the official FDJ website or watch the announcements on TF1, occurring around 8:35 p.m. the evening of each lottery drawing. For many, the thrill of the Loto lies not just in the possibility of winning but also in the experience of participating and dreaming of what can be if luck strikes.