Mega-Sena Jackpot Rolls Over to R$135 Million After No Winners in Contest 2940
BRASÍLIA – The Mega-Sena’s grand prize of R$100 million in contest 2940, drawn this Thursday, March 21st, has rolled over to R$135 million after no ticket matched all six numbers. This marks the largest Mega-Sena prize of 2024 thus far,offering a possibly life-changing sum to future players.
The drawn numbers where 05 - 17 – 23 - 32 – 41 – 53. Caixa, the federal lottery operator, reported that 149,494 tickets won smaller prizes, totaling R$28,899,448.88. Players who correctly guessed four numbers (Quadra) will receive R$894.89, while those who guessed five numbers (Quina) will receive R$34,872.98.
The Mega-Sena is Brazil’s most popular lottery, with draws held twice weekly – on Wednesdays and Fridays. the odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 50 million.Players can place bets at lottery retailers nationwide or through Caixa’s online platform until 7:00 PM on the day of the draw. The next Mega-Sena draw (contest 2941) will take place on Saturday, March 23rd, offering the increased prize of R$135 million. Funds from lottery proceeds are allocated to social programs in areas such as health, education, and security.
