Cork is celebrating an extraordinary twist of luck this weekend as one fortunate EuroMillions player in the region has emerged as Ireland’s newest millionaire. This monumental achievement was the result of Friday night’s special ‘Ireland Only’ raffle, bringing not just joy but also a life-changing €1 million to this mystery winner.
In an exclusive special draw held on Friday night, the EuroMillions introduced a unique ‘Ireland Only’ raffle, guaranteeing a windfall of €1 million to one lucky ticket holder. This raffle added a spectacular sum to the usual €5,000 winnings from each of the 10 generated raffle codes, ensuring that one individual received the astounding total of €1,005,000. However, the identity of the new millionaire remains a mystery, as the winner has yet to come forward to claim this transformative prize.
The National Lottery has urged all players in the Cork area to meticulously check their tickets. The winning code for the special draw is I-QQN-12284 — a series of characters that one lucky ticket-holder in Cork will be thrilled to see on their slip. With a €1,005,000 fortune waiting to be claimed, it is imperative for players to verify their tickets promptly.
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Sarah Orr, the spokesperson for the National Lottery, conveyed the excitement surrounding the draw, commenting on the vast number of winners it generated. “Friday night’s draw saw over 45,000 players in Ireland win prizes across the EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws. Among them, a Cork player became the biggest winner of the night after scooping €1,005,000 in the special Ireland Only Raffle,” Orr stated. She added, “We are appealing to all our players in the Cork area to ensure they check their tickets carefully today, particularly the Raffle codes, as one player has a life-changing prize waiting to be claimed.”
The National Lottery has clear instructions for the winner. Firstly, the person holding the winning ticket should immediately sign the back of the ticket and then store it securely. The next step involves contacting the prize claims team, either via phone at 1800 666 222 or through email at [email protected]. From there, arrangements will be made for the winner to visit Lotto HQ to collect their substantial prize.
The exact store that sold the winning ticket will be revealed on Sunday, adding a layer of anticipation and excitement for store owners and customers alike across Cork.
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This incredible win adds another chapter to Ireland’s vibrant lottery history, where dreams are made and lives are altered with the turn of a number. For those still hoping to hit the jackpot, the excitement is far from over. “The Cork player certainly got their weekend off to an incredible start! For players still dreaming of winning big this weekend, tonight’s Lotto jackpot is set to roll towards an estimated €2.5 million,” said Orr. Tickets for this draw can be purchased nationwide in-store, via the National Lottery app, and on the website at www.lottery.ie until the 7.45pm cut-off time for sales this evening.
The National Lottery has long played a role in transforming the lives of ordinary people, and Friday night’s draw has certainly proven to be another testament to this tradition. The organization remains keen on ensuring every winner receives their due prize, urging all participants to handle their lottery tickets with care and diligence.
Beyond the thrills and financial windfalls, the lottery also holds a unique place in Irish society, contributing significantly to various charities and national projects. The transformative power of such winnings extends not only to the individuals but also to communities and causes that benefit from the lottery’s broad charitable footprint.
As Cork braces for the revelation of the exact store that issued the golden ticket, there’s an air of optimism and anticipation hanging over the region. Whether celebrated collectively or in hushed whispers among friends, the story of the newest Cork millionaire is set to be the tale of the weekend.
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