A Year of Dreams Fulfilled
In the past year, Sazka has continued to help people achieve their dreams. A total of 382 people became millionaires through lotteries and scratch cards. The highest win, an incredible 234,900,000 CZK, was claimed by a Eurojackpot player from Prague. The most popular lotteries in the Czech Republic remain Sportka and Eurojackpot, while scratch cards, especially as Christmas gifts, also hold strong traditions.
Big Wins Across the Country
High-value wins were common in 2023, especially in numerical lotteries , scratch cards, and online games. "In 2023, Sazka created 382 new millionaires across the Czech Republic. This means that every day, at least one person saw their dreams come true with our help. Overall, we awarded a record-breaking 67 million prizes, totaling 11 billion CZK," commented Aleš Veselý, CEO of Sazka.
Regional Success
Winners from Prague and the South Moravian region led the way, with 71 lucky individuals celebrating million-dollar wins. Close behind were the Moravian-Silesian, Ústí, and Olomouc regions. Online games also saw significant success, with 95 new millionaires millionaires sharing a total of over 342 million CZK. Lotteries created 336 new millionaires, while scratch cards and online games added another 45 winners to the list. The most successful game of 2023 was Sportka, which created 261 millionaires, followed by Eurojackpot with 51, and Šťastných 10 with 18 millionaires.
2023 was a record-breaking year for lottery wins in the Czech Republic.
Lottery Success Stories
As in previous years, lotteries were the primary way Czechs became millionaires in 2023. The two most popular games, Sportka and Eurojackpot , made 312 people millionaires, with total winnings of 1,685,534,969 CZK. Contributing to this success was the February Sportka Millionaire Blizzard, which created five millionaires daily over twenty draws. Eighteen players were especially fortunate, winning a million CZK with just a single ticket.
New and Improved Games
Sazka launched a new lottery , Mini Renta, which quickly gained popularity, producing 29 main prize winners (1,000 CZK per day for a year) within just four months. Some existing games also saw updates. Extra Renta, for example, added a second draw day and the chance to win double prizes (with the top prize being 200,000 CZK per month for 20 years).
Special Days and Promotions
The most successful lottery days were Christmas Eve and the two Fridays the 13th, which have long been popular with Czech players. Sazka's revenues typically double on these dates. Additionally, special premiums in Sportka and Eurojackpot , offering guaranteed prizes such as cash, cars, apartments, or unique travel experiences, remained popular. In 2023, 253 million CZK in premiums were awarded. Notable premiums included the Ford Mustang prize on St. Martin's Day in Sportka and the Land Rover Defender and luxury caravans in Eurojackpot.
Scratch Cards and Online Games
Sazka's scratch cards are highly popular in the Czech Republic, creating 45 new millionaires and paying out over 5.5 billion CZK in prizes. Scratch cards are a fun way to test one's luck and are also sought after as gifts. The most popular scratch cards, similar to previous years, were Černá Perla and Rentiér, the latter of which is also available online. These brands paid out a total of 38 top prizes. Newcomer Sváteční kalendář, along with the established Adventní kalendář, broke records throughout the Christmas season.
Community and Sports Support
In 2023, Sazka continued to expand its support for sports and communities. It significantly increased its involvement in cycling, becoming the exclusive partner of all disciplines of the Czech national team, the main partner of the Prague Bike Fest, and a key supporter of freestyle BMX. Sazka also donated children's bikes to orphanages across the Czech Republic. The company entered a long-term partnership with the Czech Paralympic Committee, launching the Pararestart project, which will help hundreds of people in rehabilitation facilities following injuries. Sazka also continued to support Czech Olympians, the Children's and Youth Olympics, and the Czech Olympic Foundation. Additionally, Sazka acquired the most advanced MRI scanner in the Czech Republic for Professor Kolář's Center for Motion Medicine, which will serve both athletes and the general public.
Together with the Czech Council of Children and Youth, Sazka supported nearly a thousand children from disadvantaged families, funding their participation in sports and physical activity clubs. At the end of the year, the company hosted the largest charity tournament in the history of Czech esports, raising over 3 million CZK for the newly established Twisten Foundation, which focuses on supporting the mental health of adolescents. Sazka also supported leading Czech non-profit organizations dedicated to responsible gaming and financial literacy. euromillions statistics