A thrill-inducing revelation emerged as the store responsible for selling the winning ticket for Saturday’s Lotto jackpot was disclosed, marking one of the most significant wins in National Lottery history. A weekend of celebration awaited a fortunate Lotto player from Limerick, who astonishingly scooped the €8,970,934 jackpot on Saturday night. The winning numbers, 01, 09, 10, 14, 26, 40, along with a bonus number of 04, aligned perfectly to bestow this life-changing sum.
The National Lottery unveiled that the lucky ticket was purchased at Garryowen Stores in Limerick City—a store already etched in the history books for fateful lottery sales. Garryowen Stores previously struck gold in July 2005 when it sold Dolores McNamara’s record-breaking EuroMillions ticket, which awarded her an impressive €115 million. At that time, McNamara’s winning amount stood as the largest lottery jackpot in Europe and catapulted her to immediate celebrity status within Ireland.
Recalling her incredible win, McNamara shared in an interview that an initial confusion led her to purchase the EuroMillions ticket. She had intended to buy lines for the National Lottery but agreed to the shop assistant’s suggestion for a €2 EuroMillions ticket, unaware it was a different draw.
“I didn’t know that this was a different draw to the Saturday night one on RTÉ television, so I just said yes,” McNamara explained. “The lady asked if it was a quick-pick I wanted. I said it was. I wouldn’t have bothered staying to do it if I’d had to pick out numbers and mark them on a slip.”
McNamara’s win not only shattered records but also placed her at No. 70 on Ireland’s rich list, surpassing notable figures such as Manchester United captain Roy Keane and Hollywood actor Colin Farrell.
Fast forward to the present, the National Lottery has issued a prompt appeal to lotto players in Limerick to meticulously examine their tickets from Saturday night’s draw. The appeal comes as the holder of the winning ticket has not yet come forward to claim their prize.
. The lottery organization urges all players who purchased their tickets in the Limerick City area for the April 20 draw to check their tickets immediately, as one lucky individual is sitting on a ticket worth over €8.9 million.
This significant Lotto jackpot win marks the third such win of 2024, fueling unprecedented excitement among lotto enthusiasts across the nation. Limerick, already famed for its historic lotto wins, is once again the epicenter of lottery fortune.
Joining the lottery’s wave of lucky winners can be a dream come true for many, and the Garryowen Stores have now become a beacon of hope for Irish Lottery players. Local residents and regular customers of the store are jubilant, expressing a blend of excitement and curiosity about who the latest millionaire might be. As the community buzzes with speculation, the storied luck of Garryowen Stores continues to capture the imagination of lotto hopefuls.
In the wake of this monumental win, the National Lottery is encouraging responsible play and reminding participants that the next draw could indeed be their turn to win. As a part of fostering community engagement, they’ve also invited people to stay updated with the latest lottery and community news.
The Irish Mirror also invites readers and lotto enthusiasts to join their breaking news service on WhatsApp. By subscribing, members will receive instant updates, latest headlines, and exclusive promotions directly to their phones. The interactive platform assures readers of easy access to vital information and opportunities tailored to their interests.
In conclusion, as the hunt for the lucky ticket-holder intensifies, Limerick basks in the spotlight of fortune. The enduring optimism and excitement surrounding the Lotto draws continue to inspire countless players. Whether you are in Garryowen Stores picking a quick-pick ticket or watching the draw on television, every player dreams of that one perfect alignment of numbers that could change their life forever.
