The first day of 2025 was marked with joy and excitement across Spain as the ONCE (National Organization of the Spanish Blind) hosted the traditional Cupón Extra de Navidad. This year's lottery provided over 51 million euros to countless fortunate participants, adding more delight to the New Year festivities.
The standout moment of the event was the announcement of the grand prize awarded to the number 45445, which nets winners 400,000 euros per ticket. This figure, significant enough to change lives, matched the amount traditionally associated with Spain’s other major Christmas lottery, El Gordo. On January 1, 2025, this raffle spread financial hope among 80 successfully chosen participants of the primary draw.
Closely following the main award, the first additional prize was claimed by the ticket number 28448, which grants 40,000 euros to each winner, ensuring another wave of happiness. The second additional prize went to the number 75973, delivering 20,000 euros per coupon.
This event is not just about large sums; it encapsulated the spirit of giving and began the year with optimism, allowing many to recover from the financial strains often experienced following the holiday season. There were also numerous smaller prizes distributed, including 12,000 tickets winning 100 euros each, ensuring widespread celebration.
The geographic distribution of luck was notable, with cities including Sevilla, Bilbao, Ávila, Madrid, and Tenerife enjoying large payouts. Residents of these areas experienced what ONCE director Ángel Saborido referred to as “a rain of million,” highlighting the local impact of such luck.
Every participant had purchased their tickets, setting the stage for this hopeful time. Each coupon was priced at 10 euros, fostering wide accessibility to those wanting to partake and dream of winnings. The excitement surrounding the cupón reflects Spain's cultural tradition of participating in lotteries, especially during the festive season.
Winners can collect their rewards either online or from authorized agents and banks, depending on how they purchased their tickets. For those who bought through the official ONCE website, their winnings would be automatically credited to their accounts, making the process seamless. The ONCE encourages people to verify their ticket numbers either through their website or by visiting local vendors.
Interestingly, since January 1, 2020, any lottery winnings below 40,000 euros face no tax deductions, making this draw even more appealing. Winners of larger amounts, like those who hit the main prize, can still take home significant figures, as the tax only affects amounts exceeding the exempt threshold.
So as we toast to new beginnings with the Cupón Extra de Navidad, residents are reminded to check their tickets closely—especially those who drew numbers ending or beginning near 45445, 28448, and 75973. The local economy is sure to benefit from the newfound wealth spread across the country!
The excitement doesn't end here. ONCE has plans for more lotteries throughout the year, including upcoming draws for the Children's Lottery on January 6, promising continual chances for hope and financial uplift throughout 2025.