S’pore Pools Deployed More Staff Members As More People Queued to be a Millionaire on 5 Feb

In case you missed it, tomorrow could be your chance to become a millionaire.

Yes, I’m talking about Singapore Pools’ S$5 million draw happening on 5 Feb 2021.

Given our track record, this could possibly mean that a crowd the size of last weekend’s Chinatown crowd might just appear again at various Singapore Pools outlets across the island.

Guess what? If you’re thinking that, you’re not the only one; Singapore Pools are of the same mind as well.

S’pore Pools Deployed More Staff Members As More People Queued to be a Millionaire on 5 Feb

Since tickets opened on Monday, 1 Feb 2021, for the annual Toto Reunion Draw, Singapore Pools have deployed more manpower on the ground to ensure safe management measures during this period.

Since a long time ago, Singapore Pools have always advocated the idea of “gambling safely”.

And while, in previous years, they meant don’t gamble until your house is gone, they’re holding the same mentality for the Covid-19 pandemic.

“The health and safety of our customers, employees and the public remain our top priority.”

According to ST, which deployed people down to various Singapore Pools outlets on Wednesday, “significantly long queues” were spotted, especially during lunchtime.

Generally, 30 to 35 people were spotted queueing up to try their luck, most of them middle-aged.

Cooperative Punters

At some outlets, staff were seen managing the queues, while at other outlets, there were not any.

It was also noted that not all punters used the SafeEntry check-in before entering the shop.

According to ST observations, punters were generally cooperative and kept to the 1-metre safe distancing and floor markers.

They were also able to place their bets within five to fifteen minutes.

TOTO Packs of $5 Million Reunion Draw

As per customary, there will be TOTO packs to ease the burden of incessant purchasing.

Coming in the form of $10 & $20 packs, the bundles are set to hit all outlets from 1 February 2021, 6:10 p.m.

The $10 pack comprises of a single Quick Pick system 7 TOTO entry, and a single Singapore Sweep ticket.

The $20 pack comprises of two Quick Pick system 7 TOTO entries, three Quick Pick Ordinary entries and a single Singapore Sweep ticket.

The draw is set to take place at Singapore Pools Building (210 Middle Road). Operating hours of branches will be extended on 5 February 2021.

Phone betting operating hours will also be extended from 1-5 February.

To check the operating hours of specific outlets, you can click here.

With that said, we wish you all the best in your betting endeavour.

And remember: even if you don’t win, the amount you’ve lost will be donated to the Tote Board.

So if it’s of any consolation, at least you’d be contributing to another, erm, National Day Parade.

More fireworks, hooray.

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