No Jackpot Winners in Major PCSO Draws on May 3; Negros Occidental Bettor Claims ₱35.4M Lotto 6/42 Prize

Key facts

• No jackpot winner for Grand Lotto 6/55 on May 3, 2026; jackpot at ₱77.32 million.
• Winning Grand Lotto 6/55 combination: 48-33-17-02-37-10.
• One bettor won the Lotto 6/42 jackpot of ₱35.47 million on May 2.
• Winning Lotto 6/42 combination: 22-34-42-19-03-25.
• No winner for 6D Lotto (₱4.89 million) on May 2.
• 3D Lotto 2 p.m. draw: 2-2-0; 425 winners each won ₱4,500.
• 3D Lotto 5 p.m. draw: 7-8-4; 71 winners each won ₱4,500.
• 3D Lotto 9 p.m. draw: 2-7-5; 592 winners each won ₱4,500.

A Night of Near Misses and One Big Win

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draws on May 2 and 3, 2026, produced a mix of outcomes: a single bettor from Negros Occidental claimed the Lotto 6/42 jackpot, while the Grand Lotto 6/55 and 6D Lotto prizes went unclaimed. The results, announced over the weekend, left many hopefuls disappointed but one ticket holder significantly richer. The Saturday, May 2 draw saw the Lotto 6/42 combination 22-34-42-19-03-25 yield a jackpot of ₱35.47 million, with exactly one winning ticket. That same day, the 6D Lotto draw (numbers 0-1-6-9-4-9) offered ₱4.89 million but produced no winner.

Grand Lotto Jackpot Swells to ₱77.32 Million

On Monday, May 3, the Grand Lotto 6/55 draw failed to produce a jackpot winner, despite the prize pool reaching ₱77.32 million. The winning combination was 48-33-17-02-37-10. With no ticket matching all six numbers, the jackpot will roll over to the next draw, scheduled for Wednesday, May 5. Grand Lotto 6/55 draws are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, giving players multiple chances each week. The absence of a winner on May 3 means the jackpot continues to grow, likely attracting more participants for the upcoming draw.

Smaller Draws Yield Multiple Winners

In addition to the major lotteries, the PCSO conducted several smaller draws on May 2. The 3D Lotto had three draws: the 2 p.m. draw (2-2-0) produced 425 winners each receiving ₱4,500; the 5 p.m. draw (7-8-4) had 71 winners; and the 9 p.m. draw (2-7-5) saw 592 winners. The 2D Lotto also had three draws: 2 p.m. (30-07) with 41 winners, 5 p.m. (16-04) with 77 winners, and 9 p.m. (12-05) with 992 winners, each prize at ₱4,000. These smaller prizes, while modest compared to the jackpots, still represent significant sums for the winners. The high number of winners in the 2D Lotto 9 p.m. draw (992) indicates widespread participation.

Negros Occidental Bettor Claims ₱35.4 Million

The sole winner of the Lotto 6/42 jackpot on May 2 purchased their ticket in Negros Occidental, a province in the Western Visayas region. The prize of ₱35.47 million is subject to a 20% final withholding tax under Philippine law, leaving the winner with approximately ₱28.38 million. The identity of the winner has not been disclosed, as is customary for PCSO jackpot winners who often choose to remain anonymous. The ticket was validated and the prize claimed at the PCSO main office.

PCSO Operations and Future Draws

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office continues to operate its regular draw schedule. Lotto 6/42 draws take place every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, while Grand Lotto 6/55 draws occur on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. The next Grand Lotto draw on May 5 will feature a jackpot of at least ₱77.32 million. PCSO reminds the public to purchase tickets only from authorized outlets and to keep their tickets safe. Winners have one year from the draw date to claim their prizes. The agency also emphasizes that lottery proceeds fund health and welfare programs across the country.

Economic and Social Implications of the Lottery

The lottery remains a popular form of gambling in the Philippines, with millions of pesos in prizes distributed weekly. The absence of a Grand Lotto winner on May 3 means the jackpot will continue to accumulate, potentially reaching new heights and drawing even more players. Critics argue that lotteries disproportionately affect lower-income individuals, while supporters point to the charitable contributions of the PCSO. Regardless, the allure of life-changing sums ensures sustained interest. The May 3 results underscore the randomness of the game: one person from Negros Occidental became an instant millionaire, while others saw their hopes dashed.

The bottom line

• No jackpot winner for Grand Lotto 6/55 on May 3; prize rolls over to ₱77.32 million.
• A single bettor from Negros Occidental won the Lotto 6/42 jackpot of ₱35.47 million on May 2.
• 6D Lotto and Grand Lotto 6/55 had no winners; smaller draws had multiple winners.
• Grand Lotto draws are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday; Lotto 6/42 draws on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
• Lottery proceeds fund health and welfare programs in the Philippines.