Lottery winner scoops over $800,000 in Uruguay's 5 de Oro draw

A lucky player in Uruguay has won a substantial prize in the 5 de Oro lottery, taking home over $800,000. The winning ticket for the August 16, 2026, draw was sold in the department of San José, specifically at a sub-agency in the capital city, San José de Mayo.

The winning numbers for the main prize, the "pozo de Oro," were 6, 17, 27, 32, and 36, with an extra ball of 42. The "pozo Revancha" remained unclaimed, while three tickets matched the numbers for the "pozo de Plata," each winning a smaller prize.

The sub-agency that sold the winning ticket is located at 18 de Julio 446. This marks a significant win for the San José region, with the lottery agency confirming the details of the sale.

Lottery officials remind winners that they must claim their prize within 30 days of the draw by visiting the National Lotteries and Casinos (DNLQ) headquarters in Ciudad Vieja. After verification, the winner proceeds to a La Banca branch to complete the process and receive their winnings, typically via check during the subsequent draw.

The next 5 de Oro draw is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, featuring a "pozo de Oro" of approximately $7.6 million and a "pozo Revancha" of about $26.8 million, bringing the total potential payout to around $34.4 million.