Excitement is brewing in County Cork as EuroMillions players are being called upon to check their tickets urgently. A fortunate individual from Mallow has secured a staggering €202,576 prize yet has not stepped forward to claim it. This substantial win emerged from the EuroMillions draw held on May 7, making the unnamed Mallow resident the largest Irish winner from that draw.
The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased just a day before the draw, on Monday, May 6, at Murphy’s Grocery, nestled in Rockchapel, Mallow, Co. Cork. The store, co-owned by siblings Jerome and Lorraine Murphy since 1988, has become the epicenter of local delight and speculation.
Jerome Murphy expressed the palpable excitement around the store, stating, “There’s been some amount of excitement around the place since word got out about the win. This is the biggest prize that we have ever sold so it’s great news all around really – for the winner, the store, and the area. We’ve been telling all of our customers to get checking their tickets.”
Murphy further speculated about the potential winner, who could be a local regular or an occasional visitor. Given the timing coinciding with the May Bank Holiday weekend, the ticket could indeed belong to a passerby who purchased it during their travels. Murphy added, “Here’s hoping they check their ticket soon and claim their huge prize.”
The EuroMillions numbers drawn on Tuesday, May 7, were 35, 36, 41, 42, 45, with the lucky stars being 06 and 11. The hefty prize is waiting to be claimed, and the National Lottery officials are urging all participants to inspect their tickets closely.
Sarah Orr, a National Lottery spokesperson, made a passionate appeal to the players in Cork. “We are eager to hear from a Cork EuroMillions player who now has a ticket worth an incredible €202,576. It’s important to note that the winning ticket was a Quick Pick which was purchased the day before the draw on Monday, May 6.”
Orr emphasized the unique circumstances that might have led to the ticket still being unclaimed. “With last weekend being a Bank Holiday, the winner could have been passing through the area and purchased their tickets on their travels or of course they could even be a local.
. The ticket could be sitting in someone’s pocket who is unaware that they have a big prize waiting for them!”
She provided crucial information regarding the ticket’s purchase location. “The key information to remember is that the winning ticket was purchased in the Mallow area at Murphy’s Grocery in Rockchapel who are one of our Payzone stores,” Orr stated. “Their National Lottery tickets print on white paper instead of the usual larger tickets commonly seen nationwide which may sound very familiar to the Cork player who now has a ticket worth €202,576.”
The unidentified winner from the Rebel County has been advised to take immediate steps to secure their win. This involves signing the back of the ticket and contacting the prize claims team without delay. Prospective winners can reach out via phone at 1800 666 222 or email at [email protected]. The team is ready to assist in making arrangements for the winner to visit Lotto HQ to collect their life-changing prize.
As the search for the mystery winner continues, the EuroMillions buzz doesn’t stop here. With an estimated €40 million jackpot up for grabs, Irish EuroMillions players are gearing up for what could be an unforgettable Friday night.
Dreaming of a luxurious weekend? Make sure to get your EuroMillions tickets before the 7:30 pm cut-off time. Tickets are available for purchase in-store, through the National Lottery app, or online at www.lottery.ie.
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