An Ivorian bettor has received an impressive payout of FCFA 36,437,900 after winning at the Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU). The official cheque presentation ceremony took place at the LONACI Studio in Biétry-Marcory.

The cheque was presented by Mr. Richard Touré, Director of Marketing and Customer Experience, on behalf of Mr. Dramane Coulibaly, General Manager of the Loterie Nationale de Côte d’Ivoire (LONACI). The event was attended by members of LONACI’s Board of Directors and media representatives.

This exceptional win came from Race Nationale 1 (N1), which was the support race for the prestigious Prix d’Amérique Legend Race 2026, held on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

To commemorate this major international horse racing event, LONACI introduced a special Quinté+ bonus of FCFA 25 million. The winner was the only bettor to accurately predict the exact order of the horses’ finish, resulting in total winnings of FCFA 36,437,900.

This achievement underscores the credibility and transparency of PMU operations and highlights LONACI’s commitment to offering rewarding betting experiences while adhering to the principles of responsible gambling.