A Lotto 6/49 draw on Wednesday, Aug. 5, produced two major winners in Ontario, according to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). While the $42 million Gold Ball jackpot went unclaimed, a player in Greater Sudbury won a $1 million White Ball Prize, and a ticket holder in Scarborough claimed the $5-million Classic Jackpot.
Understanding the Lotto 6/49 Prize Breakdown
According to the OLG, the recent Wednesday draw resulted in a $1 million White Ball win for a ticket sold in Greater Sudbury, matching the specific winning numbers 54033987-01.
Meanwhile, a separate player in Scarborough secured the $5-million Classic Jackpot by matching the numbers 12, 30, 31, 35, 41, and 48, alongside the bonus number 21.
Recent Gold Ball Winners and Historical Context
The $42 million Gold Ball prize remains up for grabs after the recent draw yielded no top-tier winner. According to the OLG, the last major Gold Ball winner occurred on June 6, when Bradley V., a 47-year-old financial planner and father from Peterborough, Ontario, claimed a $12-million prize.
“I logged into my OLG.ca account to investigate further and thought there had to be a mistake,” Bradley V. said regarding his win, according to the OLG. He stated plans to support his family, purchase a new vehicle such as an Audi or BMW, and eventually transition into an earlier retirement.
Did You Know?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the winning $1 million White Ball ticket sold?
According to the OLG, the $1 million White Ball winning ticket was sold in Greater Sudbury, Ontario.
What numbers won the $5-million Classic Jackpot?
According to the OLG, the winning numbers for the Scarborough-sold Classic Jackpot were 12, 30, 31, 35, 41, and 48, with the bonus number 21.
When was the last time the Gold Ball jackpot was won?
According to the OLG, the last Gold Ball prize was won on June 6 by a Peterborough resident who claimed $12 million.
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