The Lotería Nacional (Lotenal) has announced the results of its major lottery draws from December 17, 2024, including the prominent Sorteo Mayor 3955 and the Gana Gato 2789. For countless hopeful participants, today marks either the thrill of victory or the anticipation for future wins.
After the draw held on the evening of December 17, the results for Sorteo Mayor 3955 revealed winning tickets for substantial prizes:
Results of Sorteo Mayor 3955:
- First place: 00914 with 21 million pesos
- Second place: 07837 with 2 million 550 thousand pesos
- Third place: 35408 with 900 thousand pesos
- Fourth place: 55712 with 240 thousand pesos
- Fifth place: 17494 with 240 thousand pesos
- Additional prizes of 240 thousand pesos for tickets: 39034 and 56262
- Further prizes of 120 thousand pesos for tickets: 07806, 20912, 01145, 22437, and 00011.
For those who did not match the top-winning numbers, the complete list of results will be available later tonight on the Lotería Nacional's official website, enabling participants to check their own tickets. A direct search can be performed using their ticket number at the provided link.
But how are tickets evaluated for smaller reimbursements? A ticket qualifies for a reimbursement if its last digit matches the last digit of the first, second, or third top prizes. Winners have up to 60 days to claim their reimbursements starting from the announcement date. This means for the current draw, starting today, players have until February 15, 2025, to claim any possible reimbursements, which can be done at authorized distributors or directly at the Lotería Nacional's offices.
Meanwhile, the Gana Gato lottery also drew excitement on the same day. The Gana Gato draw 2789 featured its winning combination, announced with eagerness:
Winning Combination for Gana Gato 2789:
02, 04, 04, 01, 04, 01, 01, and 03.
The participants of this draw were vying for shares of a total prize pool of 519,000 pesos. To play, participants choose numbers between 1 and 5 across eight squares on their boards. Notably, this unique game includes a wildcard logo at its center, which aids players in forming lines and improves their chances of winning.
The structure of Gana Gato offers three opportunities each week to play, with draws taking place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 9:00 PM Central Time. The winners share their earnings on the same day, and they are strongly encouraged to keep physical tickets secure; they act as the official proof to claim any winnings.
To successfully claim prizes, if participants win, they must do so within 60 days from the day after the respective draw. Tickets not claimed within this timeframe forfeit the funds to the assistance of public welfare, highlighting the importance of keeping track of tickets.
What sets the Lotería Nacional apart is its foundational goal of public assistance; it is structured to generate funds for social needs without receiving state financial support. It sustains itself through the earnings from these lotteries.
This week’s draws mark significant opportunities for the citizens of Mexico, bringing hopes of improving lives through monetary support. Will their luck shine through? For millions, participating is more than just about money; it's about the thrill of possibility—a chance to dream big one ticket at a time.
