EuroMillions Jackpot: Single Ticket Holder Wins £26 Million

ago 2 hours
EuroMillions Jackpot: Single Ticket Holder Wins £26 Million

A single ticket-holder from the UK has won the EuroMillions jackpot, totaling £26 million. This exciting announcement was made by The National Lottery on Friday night. Remarkably, this is the third time a UK ticket-holder has claimed the top prize this year.

Winners’ Advisor Comments

Andy Carter, a senior winners’ adviser at Allwyn, which operates The National Lottery, shared his thoughts on this remarkable win. “What a fantastic night for EuroMillions players,” he stated. “A single UK ticket-holder has scooped tonight’s £26 million jackpot.”

Previous Jackpot Wins in 2023

This latest win adds to two significant victories earlier in the year: one ticket-holder won £65 million on Valentine’s Day, while another claimed £83 million in January.

Winning Numbers

The winning numbers for the recent EuroMillions draw were:

  • 06
  • 12
  • 18
  • 25
  • 41

The Lucky Star numbers drawn were 02 and 06.

Encouragement to Check Tickets

Players are encouraged to check their tickets and reach out if they believe they hold the winning ticket. Carter emphasized the broader impact of playing National Lottery games, stating, “Each week, players help generate around £30 million for National Lottery-funded projects.”

Funding for Good Causes

Since its inception, the National Lottery has raised over £50 billion for various good causes throughout the UK. This funding supports numerous projects, including:

  • Arts and culture initiatives
  • Sports organizations
  • Local community groups
  • Preservation of British landmarks

Each player’s participation contributes significantly to the community, enhancing lives in every postcode area.

Thunderball Results

In addition to the EuroMillions jackpot, the Thunderball draw also took place on Friday. The winning numbers were:

  • 07
  • 16
  • 26
  • 31
  • 37

The Thunderball number was 01.