The results of the 1164th Lotto draw, announced on March 22, 2025, have sparked excitement across South Korea as the winning numbers were revealed to be '17, 18, 23, 25, 38, 39', with the bonus number being '22'.
This lottery draw saw a remarkable 13 individuals walking away with the first-prize, each receiving a staggering 2,193,092,164 won. This figure not only highlights the life-changing potential of playing the lottery but also reflects the enduring popularity of this game.
Among the first-prize winners, the distribution of selections was notable: 10 winners opted for automatic selections, 2 made manual selections, and 1 chose a semi-automatic selection. The successful ticket sales were registered across numerous locations within the country, illustrating the widespread thrill surrounding the lottery's outcomes.
Specifically, the first-prize winning tickets were sold in various regions including:
- Seoul: 도곡 행운로또방 in Gangnam, 그린슈퍼 in Dongdaemun.
- Busan: 비에이치(BH)복권 in Nam-gu, 대영당안경원 in Dongnae-gu, 프로토베팅샵 in Jung-gu.
- Incheon: 제일복권 in Seo-gu.
- Gwangju: 알리바이 in Gwangsan-gu.
- Gangwon: 황금복권방 in Wonju.
- Jeonbuk: 베스트올수성점 in Jeongeup.
- Gyeongbuk: 경이네복권마트 in Pohang.
Among the many winners, there were 76 individuals who matched five winning numbers along with the bonus number, each taking home a prize of 62,522,365 won. Additionally, 3,470 players who matched five numbers without the bonus will receive 1,369,366 won each.
The lower-tier prizes were similarly enticing: 170,045 winners matched four numbers, earning a fixed prize of 50,000 won, while 2,807,095 individuals matched three numbers and will receive 5,000 won each.
The financial aspect of the Lotto is also of significant interest. The total sales from the 1164th draw reached an impressive 121,102,645,000 won, emphasizing the continued enthusiasm for lottery participation in South Korea. The sheer size of sales is indicative of both the excitement it generates and the cultural embeddedness of lottery games.
According to Donghaeng Lottery, “Each first-prize winner receives 2,193,092,164 won,” encapsulating the staggering rewards available. Furthermore, locations like the 도곡 행운로또방 highlight the lucky spots where fortunes were made.
Interestingly, several regions saw multiple winning tickets sold, driving home the idea that luck can indeed be shared across communities. For instance, in Busan alone, tickets from three retail locations fetched first-prize winners, showcasing the local pride in their lottery potential.
The winning process accounts for the importance of timely claims: “If the last day to claim the prize falls on a holiday, it can be received until the next business day,” ensuring winners are not left scrambling to claim their rewards.
As the excitement from Lotto 1164 unfolds, it offers a timely reminder of both the thrill of winning and the communal joy that lottery draws foster across South Korea. The anticipation surrounding lottery announcements spurs countless individuals to dream about the possibilities that come with a ticket, continuing what has become a beloved tradition encompassing aspiration and chance.
The Lotto draws, integral to South Korean life, not only create stories of luck but also spark inquiries into what individuals might do with such winnings, reshaping their lives in profound ways. With notable winnings announced, discussions around dreams and plans for newfound wealth are inevitably a part of the celebration that follows the draw.
