Hong Kong’s iconic Mark Six lottery is capturing the city’s attention after an unusual rollover has pushed the jackpot to HK$15 million, with the next draw set for May 18, 2025. According to the Hong Kong Jockey Club, no first-prize winner was declared in the latest draw, triggering one of the few major rollovers seen this year.
This kind of jackpot escalation is relatively rare for Mark Six, which typically sees frequent top-prize wins due to its straightforward 6/49 format. The sudden buildup in prize money has sparked a surge in public interest, with ticket vendors across the city reporting above-average sales volumes just hours after the rollover was confirmed.
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Lottery analysts note that rollovers of this size often create a psychological snowball effect, attracting casual players and increasing the overall prize pool even further. With more than HK$10 million in play for the first-prize alone, expectations are that this draw could break local sales records for 2025.
The Mark Six is operated by the HKJC, with proceeds supporting the Lotteries Fund, which finances a wide range of social welfare projects in Hong Kong.
