In an extraordinary stroke of good fortune, a Euromillions player in Dublin has emerged €500,000 richer this morning after securing the top prize in the EuroMillions Plus draw held on Friday night. The win marks the ninth top prize claimed so far in 2024, reinforcing Dublin’s incredible luck in the National Lottery.
Residents of the Clonsilla area, where the ticket was sold, are being urged to meticulously check their tickets from last night’s draw. The National Lottery has issued an alert to EuroMillions Plus participants in this part of Dublin, as the hunt for the latest local winner intensifies. This marks a significant win, making the lucky recipient the third Dublin-based player to seize this life-changing amount this year. Other winners of similar prize amounts have hailed from Tipperary, Cork, Wicklow (two winners), Kilkenny, and Laois.
The winning ticket, which was a Quick Pick, was purchased on the day of the draw at a Tesco supermarket located in Roselawn, Clonsilla, Dublin 15. The numbers that brought such immense joy to the winner were 31, 37, 38, 39, and 48.
Advising the winner on the next steps, the National Lottery has emphasised the importance of signing the back of the ticket and safeguarding it until the prize can be claimed. The winner is requested to contact the prize claims team urgently by calling 1800 666 222 or via email at [email protected]. The team will then orchestrate the necessary arrangements for the winner to collect their half-million-euro prize at the Lotto HQ.
This remarkable win concludes what has already been an exceptional week at the National Lottery HQ. Within just seven days, the lottery organisation has crowned five individuals as new millionaires, an unprecedented flurry of luck that has made headlines across the nation.
National Lottery spokesperson Sarah Ruane celebrated the string of wins, stating, “It’s been the most memorable week of wins we’ve experienced in the National Lottery. Five new millionaires made in just seven days! To round off the week, we’ve just had someone in Dublin scoop the €500,000 EuroMillions Plus top prize! We are urging all of our players in Dublin to carefully check their tickets and if you discover you’re the winner, sign the back of your ticket and make contact with our prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email [email protected] so arrangements can be made for you to collect your prize at Lotto HQ.”
The excitement doesn’t stop there.
. Saturday night’s Lotto jackpot is expected to soar to an estimated €3.2 million, keeping anticipation levels high amongst players. Tickets for the draw can be purchased nationwide at various retail locations, through the National Lottery’s official app, or by visiting their website at www.lottery.ie. Participants are reminded to secure their tickets before the 7.45 pm cut-off time.
As the identity of the new Dublin winner remains a mystery, the community buzzes with speculation and excitement. From regular shoppers at the Clonsilla Tesco to new customers hoping the store’s recent luck might rub off on them, everyone is abuzz with the news.
This recent win, coupled with the batch of millionaire announcements, reflects a season of unprecedented fortune in the Irish National Lottery. Dublin, in particular, has seen a surge of winners, igniting a widespread lottery fever across the capital.
Participants and hopefuls alike are reminded of the importance of playing responsibly. The National Lottery continues to highlight the need for players to enjoy the game responsibly and within their means. The recent wins serve as an exciting reminder of the possibilities, but the National Lottery also underscores the importance of being mindful of the odds and playing for fun.
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As Dublin and the rest of Ireland wait with bated breath to see who will step forth as the latest claimant of this incredible prize, one thing is certain—the National Lottery has never been more thrilling. Will the next big winner be revealed soon, or does Dublin have more luck left to share? Only time will tell, as more dreams are set to be made in the coming draws.
