Thursday evening in Ronda was marked by unexpected news: one of the town’s residents won a substantial prize in the national lottery La Primitiva. Luck brought them a sum of €1,277,771.89. For many, this event became a real sensation, as such large prizes are rare, and the winning ticket was purchased at a well-known local lottery office on Molino Street.
Ronda, a city with a rich history and unique architecture, has once again found itself in the spotlight thanks to the good fortune of one of its residents. Locals are speculating about who the lucky winner might be, since the prize went to just one person. This time, the entire jackpot was awarded to a single winner, making this drawing especially memorable for the entire province of Málaga.
The prize and drawing details
The drawing took place on December 18, and at the end of the round, a single winner was found in the “six matches” category. This ticket, purchased in Ronda, was the only one with the correct combination of numbers. On that evening, luck smiled on just one participant, and the entire first-category prize fund went to them.
The winning numbers this time were: 12, 27, 43, 21, 23, and 8. The bonus number was 47, and the refund number was 02. The Joker number was also drawn: 1807401. These combinations proved life-changing for the ticket holder, who can now afford many things that had previously only been dreams.
The winning city
Ronda is not just a jewel of Andalusian tourism, but a place where dreams come true. The city is famous for its dramatic setting atop the El Tajo gorge and the majestic Puente Nuevo bridge, which has long been a symbol of the region. Now, a new story joins these attractions—a major lottery win that is sure to become part of local legend.
Many locals and visitors are already speculating about how the winner’s life will change and what they will do with their prize. For now, the lucky person’s identity remains a mystery, and the people of Ronda continue to wonder who the new millionaire might be.
History and rules of La Primitiva
La Primitiva is one of the oldest lotteries not only in Spain but in the world. Its history dates back to the 18th century, with the first draw held on December 10, 1763, at the initiative of King Carlos III. Since then, the lottery format has undergone several changes, taking its modern shape in 1985. Today, La Primitiva remains one of Spain’s most popular games, attracting millions of participants each week.
Draws are held three times a week—on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. To play, participants must pick six numbers from a range of 1 to 49. In addition, each ticket is automatically assigned a supplementary number and a refund number. To win the top prize, all six numbers must match, along with the refund number.
Prize categories and additional options
La Primitiva offers participants several prize categories. Prizes go not only to those who guess all six numbers, but also to those who match three, four, or five numbers. There’s also a special category for those who guess all six numbers plus the Reintegro number—in this case, the prize can be even larger.
Additionally, players can activate the Joker option for just one euro. In this case, a unique seven-digit number is assigned to the ticket, and if it matches the winning Joker combination, the player wins another major prize—one million euros. This option is popular with those looking to boost their chances of winning.
How to participate
To try your luck in La Primitiva, simply purchase a ticket at an official sales point or place a bet online. Each draw brings excitement and hope, as history has shown that ordinary people have walked away with huge prizes. This time, fortune smiled on a resident of Ronda, but the next drawing could change everything.
If you weren’t aware, La Primitiva is a state lottery held under the supervision of Loterías y Apuestas del Estado. The company was established to organize and oversee national lottery games, as well as to distribute prize funds among winners. Over the years, La Primitiva has become an integral part of Spanish culture and tradition, with its draws watched by millions across the country.
Recall that in one of the previous drawings, three participants each won €42,145. In our article “Three residents of Spain win €42,000 each in La Primitiva” we reported where the winning tickets were purchased and the size of the next jackpot. Stay tuned so you don’t miss your chance!
