ROME - The first Superenalotto jackpot of 2025 has brought fortune to the capital with a stunning win of over 88 million euros. The winning ticket, priced at just 3 euros, was purchased on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 'Marco's bar' located on Via della Giustiniana 271. The winning numbers were 36, 40, 49, 54, 66, 83, with Jolly number 14 and Superstar number 44, awarded through the Quick Pick system, which selects numbers randomly.
Marco Angeletti, the owner of the bar, expressed his excitement about this milestone for his establishment. “I was trying to watch the Italy-Germany football match when I received the news,” he shared. Angeletti remarked on the mystery of the winner: “I do not know who the winner is. They could be a regular customer or simply someone passing by.” Overwhelmed with joy, he added, “If they came to say thank you, that would make us very happy.”
This monumental win marks the first 6 of the year, contributing to a total of 117 jackpots issued since the Superenalotto's inception in 1997. Historically, the previous jackpot was won on October 15, 2024, worth 89.2 million euros, in Riva del Garda, Trento, and the most significant win occurred on February 16, 2023, amounting to 371 million euros.
The winner of the latest draw joins a list of over 133 individuals who have won with 6 correct numbers since the lottery's creation. Despite the life-changing amount, Marco is hopeful that the winner will remain connected to the bar, saying, “We would love to celebrate with them.”
In addition to the grand prize, four players matched 5 numbers, winning approximately 43,968.88 euros each. The Superenalotto continues to generate excitement, with an estimated jackpot of 8.8 million euros up for grabs in the next draw.
With neighboring regions like Campania and Lazio producing multiple winners, the trend of substantial wins throughout Italy paints a vibrant picture of hope and luck. But for now, the talk of the town remains the exceptional jackpot recently drawn in the heart of Rome.
The atmosphere at 'Marco's bar' has turned festive, with signs declaring, “Here 88 million euros were won!” The bar has become a hotspot for excitement, attracting curious locals and habitués alike. Angeletti recalled how the news caught everyone off guard: “We didn’t expect this at all. We are all very happy for the winner or winner.”
Reflecting on the lottery's history, 2023 was notable for its record earnings—1.4 billion euros in total prizes, with four large jackpots, including the staggering 371 million euro payout. The higher a player's bet, the more combinations they can play, increasing their odds of winning; despite this, the simplicity of the Quick Pick method shows that fortune can favor those who risk little.
Even with large sums at stake, the Superenalotto remains an accessible enjoyment for everyday Italians, who are dreaming big for their chances at riches. As the bar staff prepares to toast the remarkable moment together, the tune of “we are all winners” resonates through the crowd.
Though the identity of the winner remains unknown as of now, the community sentiment echoes a unifying cheer for not just the unknown millionaire but for the spirit of possibility that the Superenalotto brings. For many, it remains a chance not just for wealth, but for shared joy and celebration.
As for the next competition, the excitement is palpable, and citizens eagerly await to see who will be the next to strike it rich. This latest victory adds to a legacy of thrill and anticipation, encapsulating the essence of lottery culture in Italy, where every draw keeps the dream alive.
