Cork has been buzzing with excitement after a fortunate EuroMillions player from the region netted a staggering sum of over €1 million in the latest special Ireland Only Raffle. This promotional draw, which occurs just a handful of times annually, saw the lucky punter walk away with €1,005,000, marking a life-changing moment in the player’s life.
EuroMillions and local Lotto officials confirmed that the winning ticket was purchased in Cork. The exact store location of the lucky purchase will be disclosed on Sunday, May 19. In the meantime, the National Lottery has issued a fervent appeal to all Cork residents to meticulously check their tickets, as one of them is now the owner of a life-transforming prize. The winner is advised to sign the back of their ticket and store it securely. They are also urged to get in touch with the prize claims team via telephone at 1800 666 222 or through email at [email protected]. Arrangements will then be made for them to collect their substantial prize at the Lotto headquarters.
Sarah Orr, a spokesperson from the National Lottery, expressed her excitement over the momentous win, stating, “Friday night’s draw saw over 45,000 players in Ireland win prizes across the EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws. A player from Cork emerged as the biggest winner of the night, scooping the remarkable sum of €1,005,000 in the special Ireland Only Raffle. We are calling on all our players in the Cork area to check their tickets with extra caution today, especially the Raffle codes, as one individual has a life-changing prize waiting to be claimed.”
She added, “The first thing the winner should do is sign the back of their ticket and keep it safe. They should then contact our prize claims team, who will facilitate their visit to Lotto HQ to collect their incredible prize. It’s an incredible start to the weekend for the lucky Cork player!”
For those who didn’t strike gold in this particular draw, the excitement isn’t over. Orr noted that the upcoming Lotto jackpot is estimated to roll towards an impressive €2.5 million, further fueling the dreams of numerous players hoping for their own big win.
. Tickets for this draw can be bought nationwide, in-store, through the official National Lottery app, or on their website, before the 7.45pm cut-off time this evening.
For clarity on how the special Ireland Only Raffle works, every EuroMillions draw ticket purchased in Ireland includes a unique nine-character IOR code. This code comprises four letters followed by five numbers. During each draw, 10 Irish players are selected to win €5,000 each. On special draw dates like the recent Friday event, each of these 10 winners is also entered into an additional special draw, where one of them wins an extra €1 million.
This specific draw’s big winner had the code: I-QQN-12284. All EuroMillions participants from the recent draw are encouraged to scrutinize their tickets to see if they hold the lucky code. Although no one succeeded in clinching the EuroMillions jackpot, an impressive 45,000 players across Ireland celebrated wins in the EuroMillions and Plus games, making it a memorable night for many.
Adding to the roster of lucky winners, one player from County Laois had their fortunes skyrocket after securing the top prize of €500,000 at the Daybreak store on Main Street in Borris-in-Ossary. Additionally, an online player from Kilkenny jubilantly claimed their EuroMillions Plus top prize in Lotto HQ this week. The Kilkenny winner, who bought their ticket for the April 26 draw, revealed that they immediately realized they had won the €500,000 prize but managed to keep it quiet until the collection.
The EuroMillions win has certainly sparked a wave of excitement and hope across Ireland, with many players ready to take their chances in future draws. Enthusiasts are reminded that they can stay updated with the latest news and results by joining the Irish Mirror’s breaking news service on WhatsApp. By joining, they will also be privy to special offers, promotions, and advertisements exclusive to the community.
In a country where lottery wins bring not just financial gains but also dreams of a better future, such stories are a testament to the unpredictability and allure of the EuroMillions and other Lotto draws. As the National Lottery continues to change lives, players across Ireland remain eager, tickets in hand, and dreams unbound.
