hongkong lottery
Hong Kong’s Mark Six lottery draw is known for its lucrative prizes, but the game is still a gamble. Many people buy tickets for the biweekly draws, hoping to win the first prize of up to HK$100 million. The fervent interest in the game sparks debate about whether unhealthy addiction drives participation or simply reflects harmless escapist fantasy.
The Mark Six lottery game was introduced in September 1975 by the HKJC, the organization best known for horse racing. The game is played by selecting six numbers from 1 through 49. There is also an extra number that’s drawn in each draw and if you pick all seven of these, you win the jackpot. There are also special “snowball” draws throughout the year that add additional money to the first prize pool.
While many of these prizes are a result of a huge rollover from previous rounds, the jackpot for tonight’s drawing is estimated to be a hefty HK$66 million. The lottery is widely advertised in the press, but it’s also available online and on a variety of websites that offer a service that publishes the results after each drawing. These sites also provide information on past winning numbers and Hot and Cold numbers. Some of these sites are mobile friendly, making them easy to access on the go.