The excitement surrounding Spain's popular lottery, La Primitiva, reached new heights on Thursday, April 24, 2025, as players eagerly awaited the results of the latest draw. The winning combination for this week was revealed to be 10, 20, 23, 30, 37, and 39, with the complementary number being 41 and the reintegro number 9. Additionally, the Joker number, which is linked to La Primitiva, was announced as 6 356 950.
La Primitiva, one of the oldest lotteries in Spain, has a rich history dating back to its inception in 1763. Originally known as "Lotería por Números," it was created under the auspices of Leopoldo de Gregorio, the Marqués de Esquilache, to bolster state revenues. After a hiatus from 1862 until its revival in 1985, La Primitiva has become a staple of Spanish culture, with draws held every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 21:40 hours.
For this week’s draw, the jackpot stood at a staggering 36.8 million euros, but no winners were found in the special category (6 aciertos + Reintegro) or the first category (6 aciertos). This means that the prize pool for these categories will roll over to the next draw, pushing the potential jackpot to an impressive 39.5 million euros.
Despite the absence of top-tier winners, the draw still produced significant payouts. Four players matched five numbers plus the complementary number, earning each of them 54,873.75 euros. Winning tickets were validated in Quinto (Sevilla), Collado Villalba (Madrid), León, and Madrid. Furthermore, 150 players secured wins in the third category by matching five numbers, with each receiving 2,682.72 euros.
Players often wonder about the tax implications of their winnings. According to the Agencia Tributaria, any prize exceeding 40,000 euros is subject to a 20% tax. This regulation ensures that while winners celebrate their good fortune, a portion of their earnings contributes to public funds.
For those interested in participating in La Primitiva, the process is straightforward. Each bet costs 1 euro, allowing players to select six numbers from a pool of 49, along with a reintegro number from 0 to 9. The Joker option, which adds an additional layer of excitement, costs an extra euro and assigns a random seven-digit number to each ticket. The odds of winning vary significantly depending on the category, with the highest odds being 1 in 139,838,160 for the special category.
The draw also features the Joker game, which offers fixed prizes for matching various combinations of the seven-digit number. For instance, matching all seven digits awards a prize of 1 million euros, while other categories provide lesser amounts for matching fewer digits in the correct order.
As the excitement builds for the next draw, players are reminded to check their tickets carefully. Prizes under 2,000 euros can be claimed at any of the nearly 11,000 lottery retail points across Spain, while larger amounts must be collected at authorized banks such as BBVA and CaixaBank. Winners have three months from the day after the draw to claim their prizes, emphasizing the importance of timely action.
La Primitiva's allure lies not only in the chance of winning life-changing sums of money but also in its storied history and the collective hope it inspires among players. With each draw, millions of Spaniards dream of hitting the jackpot and changing their lives forever. As the next draw approaches, the anticipation continues to mount, reminding everyone of the thrill of possibility that La Primitiva brings.
