Anticipation is running high across Ireland as EuroMillions enthusiasts gear up for a particularly thrilling event this Friday night. The stakes are incredibly high, with the jackpot standing at a jaw-dropping €130 million. In an announcement that has set the nation abuzz, the National Lottery has confirmed that this Friday’s EuroMillions draw will be a Mega Draw. This special draw is renowned for its guaranteed nine-figure jackpot, a mind-blowing €130 million, irrespective of whether the top prize was won in the previous draw or not.
Mega Draws are rare occasions that operate under the same rules as regular draws, with the standout difference being the size of the guaranteed jackpot. To have a shot at this life-changing prize, hopefuls need only ensure they hold a valid EuroMillions ticket on the night of the Mega Draw.
In anticipation of the fervor that accompanies such a hefty jackpot, especially right before the St. Patrick’s Day bank holiday weekend, the National Lottery is urging players to secure their tickets well in advance. To participate, hopeful winners can purchase their tickets at retail outlets, via the National Lottery app, or online at www.lottery.ie before the cut-off point of 7:30 pm on Friday evening.
A National Lottery spokesperson expressed their excitement for the upcoming draw, suggesting that one EuroMillions player in Ireland could encounter a bank holiday weekend they’ll never forget if fortune smiles upon them. Such an occurrence would be monumental, marking the first Irish EuroMillions jackpot winner for the year 2024.
As the draw comes closer, the National Lottery reminds players of the urgency to get their tickets ahead of the deadline to avoid disappointment. The prospect of becoming Ireland’s newest multi-millionaire has people rushing to secure their entries in hope of joining the illustrious list of past winners.
There have been 17 Irish jackpot winners since EuroMillions made its debut in Ireland in 2004. Should this Friday bestow the colossal €130 million prize upon an Irish ticket holder, another lucky name would be inscribed in the annals of EuroMillions history as an overnight multi-millionaire.
The annals of Irish EuroMillions triumphs paint a dreamlike tapestry of unexpected riches and life-altering moments. It began with Dolores McNamara from Limerick, who in July 2005 became Ireland’s first and most significant EuroMillions winner, bagging a monumental €115 million. Since then, Ireland has witnessed an array of jackpot victories, ranging from a Co. Tipperary player winning €15 million in July 2008 to a lucky online punter in Dublin scooping up €49.5 million in July 2020.
Every win has its unique story, from syndicates of co-workers and friends to individuals who found fortune with a simple quick pick ticket. Locations of ticket purchases span across the country, from a Mace shop in Dublin to a Costcutter Express in Castlebar, and each winner has taken home life-changing sums, with the largest being the eye-watering €175.4 million won by the Naul Family Syndicate in February 2019.
As Ireland braces for the potentially historic draw, the excitement is palpable, reminding everyone that dreams can indeed come true with a mix of luck and a EuroMillions ticket. Stay with us for further updates, and don’t forget to subscribe to our breaking news service on WhatsApp for the latest headlines and special member offers. For more information, please review our Privacy Notice.
