S$12.76 Million Toto Jackpot Shared Among 12 Lucky Winners After No Group 1 Prize Claimed
Hopeful punters were left on the edge of their seats during the latest Toto draw on 17 July 2025, as the massive S$12.76 million Group 1 jackpot remained unclaimed. In a surprising twist, the windfall cascaded down to Group 2 winners, with 12 fortunate ticket holders walking away with S$1.18 million each.
According to Singapore Pools, the winning numbers drawn were 7, 8, 17, 29, 32, and 42, with 1 as the additional number. Despite the eye-watering top prize, no one managed to clinch all six numbers, which triggered the cascade mechanism—redistributing the top prize among the next winning group.
Hundreds Win Group 3 Prizes as Jackpot Hype Peaks
While no one struck the top prize, 609 lucky winners managed to bag the Group 3 prize, each receiving S$1,658. The excitement was palpable across Singapore in the lead-up to the draw, with long queues seen at popular betting outlets and thousands flocking online to buy their tickets.
Such massive jackpots often trigger a nationwide buying frenzy, with dreams of financial freedom, early retirement, or that luxury condo becoming momentarily within reach. While the odds of hitting the Group 1 jackpot stand at a staggering 1 in 13,983,816, it’s clear many are still willing to take that chance for a shot at millionaire status.
Cascading Jackpots: How They Work in Singapore Pools’ Toto System
When no one wins the Group 1 prize after four consecutive draws, Singapore Pools applies a jackpot cascade, a feature designed to distribute the prize money instead of carrying it over indefinitely. This ensures that the growing prize pool doesn’t accumulate endlessly, but instead benefits players in the next highest winning tier.
This mechanism adds a layer of anticipation to the game—especially when jackpots soar past the S$10 million mark—as it guarantees a distribution of wealth even if no perfect match is found.
Toto draws continue to attract a loyal following in Singapore, and every so often, they deliver viral moments—either due to shockingly high payouts or the incredible stories of how winners spent their newfound fortunes.
With another massive draw concluded and 12 new millionaires minted overnight, the rest of Singapore waits eagerly to see if the next big jackpot will crown a sole winner—or spark another thrilling cascade.