The allure of the EuroMillions jackpot brought forth a multitude of hopefuls, but it was a single ticket holder in France who emerged victorious, claiming the colossal €166,790,050 prize, as confirmed by National Lottery officials. The windfall came following Tuesday’s draw, where the fortunate individual matched all five numbers as well as the two Lucky Stars, securing their newfound status as a multimillionaire.
Whilst the spotlight shines on France, back in Ireland, another player has narrowly missed the chance to share the staggering jackpot, but has not walked away empty-handed. This runner-up player successfully selected five numbers plus one Lucky Star, earning a substantial €114,649. The recipient of this sizeable consolation prize purchased their ticket in Co Kildare, as verified by officials.
The excitement of this life-altering draw has been felt across Ireland, with more than 53,000 Irish players winning prizes in both the EuroMillions and the supplementary EuroMillions Plus games. Despite no players claiming the top prize in the EuroMillions Plus, a significant number of winners have been announced, where 47 individuals have each been rewarded with €2,000 for matching four out of the five numbers.
Adding to the list of gratified participants, 10 fortunate players have won €5,000 apiece in the Ireland Only raffle draw, an exclusive addition to the already thrilling EuroMillions experience.
As the news of these wins circulates, the specific numbers that paved the way to these prizes are as follows: For the main EuroMillions draw, the numbers that unlocked fortunes were 13, 22, 24, 33, and 47, accompanied by Lucky Stars numbered 1 and 5. The EuroMillions Plus draw saw numbers 12, 16, 38, 39, and 49 bringing good tidings to ticket holders.
In light of these wins, players have been urged to meticulously check their tickets to discover if they are among the 83,000 individuals in Ireland who have won prizes in the latest iteration of the EuroMillions and Plus games. It’s a reminder that, while the jackpot often captures the imagination, there are many other prizes that can make a significant difference to players’ lives.
Winning raffle tickets are also part of the exciting outcome, although the specific details have not been disclosed in this announcement. Typically, these raffle prizes are distributed as part of special promotions or draws conducted alongside the main event.
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The story of lottery fortunes is perennially captivating, with each draw writing a new chapter in someone’s life story. It may begin with a simple ticket purchase, but for a select few, it culminates in monumental life changes, as we’ve seen in this remarkable EuroMillions draw. With countless players across the continent participating in the draw, the anticipation for the next round of EuroMillions remains as high as ever.
