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Spain‘s La Primitiva Lottery Announces Tonight’s Draw – A Historic Game with Modern Payouts
Madrid, Spain - August 25, 2024 – Tonight, Spain’s oldest lottery, La Primitiva, will hold one of its three weekly draws at 9:40 PM CEST at Loterías y Apuestas del Estado in Madrid.Players across the country are anticipating the results, with a potential one million euro jackpot available through the linked Joker game.
la Primitiva boasts a unique history,originating in 1763 – nearly half a century before the more famous christmas Lottery. This makes it the longest-running lottery in Spain, initially established as a means of state revenue. The game continued uninterrupted until 1862 when the government suspended it.
After a 123-year hiatus, La Primitiva was revived in 1985, returning in a format largely faithful to its original spirit while adapting to modern lottery practices. Today, draws are held every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
To participate, players select six numbers from a pool of 49, alongside a “reembolso” number chosen from a separate set of 19. Winning combinations are determined by a random draw conducted by Loterías y Apuestas del Estado.
While the top prize in La Primitiva is considerable, it’s vital to note that winnings exceeding €40,000 are subject to a 20% tax levied by the Spanish Tax Agency, a standard practise for significant lottery prizes in Spain.
The Joker, a supplementary game linked to La Primitiva, offers an additional chance to win. Each ticket is assigned a unique seven-digit number,and a full match in the correct order yields a prize of one million euros.
La Primitiva remains a popular pastime for Spaniards, blending centuries of tradition with the excitement of a modern lottery.Tonight’s draw continues that legacy, offering players a chance at life-changing winnings.
