El Gordo Joy Brings Hope to La Rioja: A Christmas Lottery Tale
The festive spirit has truly arrived in La Rioja as Amadeo Marín, the lead actor in this year's Christmas Lottery advertisement, makes a memorable visit to Administration Number 6 in Logroño, known locally as María del Carmen lotteries. This very location has sold the coveted El Gordo ticket, number 7248, igniting excitement and hope in the community.
Marín, who hails from Villamediana de Iregua, expressed his optimism regarding the luck he may have brought to La Rioja with his presence. "I want to think that I have brought luck to La Rioja," he remarked during his visit. He recalled with joy that just three days after the announcement of the lottery, a separate Primitiva draw yielded a staggering sum of over 10 million euros in his village. This double fortune has left him playfully wondering, "What might come next?"
In a light-hearted tone, Marín quipped, "I don’t know if I won anything, but I hope the winners share something. I’m just dropping a hint." This humor reflects the community's spirit in light of the lottery, emphasizing the camaraderie among the residents.
The actor shared that the first promotional photo for the lottery advertisement was taken alongside the administration responsible for distributing the first prize. The excitement reached its peak when the number was announced at 11:27 AM, on the sixth wire of the fifth board during the Extraordinary Christmas Draw. As tradition dictates, the prizes will start to be disbursed on the afternoon of December 22, 2024, following the verification of all the drawn numbers. This meticulous process will continue until March 24, 2025, to ensure thorough accuracy.
For amounts under €2000, winners can collect their prizes from any of the 10,884 sales points across the lottery commercial network starting December 22. Prizes below this threshold can be claimed in cash or via Bizum, providing convenient options for the winners. However, those fortunate enough to win €2000 or more will need to visit authorized financial institutions, specifically BBVA and Caixabank.
It is noteworthy that this year, December 22 falls on a Sunday. Consequently, the financial institutions will likely begin processing the payout of significant prizes only on December 23, unless there are exceptions for holiday openings.
La Rioja is buzzing with anticipation as the repercussions of the Christmas Lottery unfold, fueling hopes and dreams for many. Marín's visit and the excitement surrounding El Gordo serve as a reminder of the joy and warmth that the holiday season can bring, united by the enchanting prospect of winning and sharing good fortune.
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