A $115 million prize money for Christmas 2001

13 December 2001

This year, Christmas will bring you two chances to win a total of $115 million.  The festive season starts with a $80 million Triple Trio Dividend on Sunday, 16 December and a $35 million first prize Mark Six Christmas Snowball draw next Tuesday, 18 December.

$80 Million Triple Trio Payout on Sunday

Showcase racing event of the year, the Hong Kong International Races, will be held on Sunday, 16 December at Sha Tin Racecourse.  The Jockey Club will top up the day's Triple Trio Jackpot to $38 million with the Triple Trio Jackpot Reserve Fund. The estimated dividend will amount to $80 million for a single $10 bet.

$35 Million Christmas Snowball First Division Prize Fund next Tuesday

The Hong Kong Lotteries Board estimates that the First Division Prize Fund of the Christmas Snowball Draw to be held next Tuesday, 18 December may reach $35 million as a snowball of $25 million will be added to the draw.