The location of the shop responsible for selling the winning ticket for Saturday’s historic €8,970,934 Lotto jackpot has now been disclosed. Garryowen Stores in Limerick City is the site of this massive win, which is one of the most significant in the annals of Ireland’s National Lottery history. Notably, this is the same outlet that sold the famous EuroMillions ticket to Dolores McNamara in 2005, which won her a then-record €115 million.
This past weekend proved unforgettable for one fortunate Lotto player hailing from Limerick, as their numbers came up to secure this colossal sum. The winning sequence from the draw held on Saturday night included the numbers 01, 09, 10, 14, 26, 40, with 04 as the bonus number. This remarkable win has now etched Garryowen Stores further into the country’s lottery lore.
Dolores McNamara’s name became synonymous with luck and fortune back in July 2005 when she clinched her historic EuroMillions jackpot. Her ticket, bought at the same Limerick shop, rewrote the record books as she became Ireland’s first EuroMillions winner, and at the time, the prize was the largest lottery win in Europe. McNamara’s windfall propelled her instantaneously to No. 70 on Ireland’s rich list, surpassing notable figures such as Manchester United captain Roy Keane and Hollywood actor Colin Farrell.
In a revealing interview post her landmark win, McNamara confessed to initially intending to purchase lines for the National Lottery. A mild confusion ensued when the shop assistant inquired if she wanted to buy a €2 EuroMillions ticket instead. “I didn’t know this was a different draw to the Saturday night one on RTÉ television, so I just said yes,” she recounted at the time. “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.”
The jackpot had witnessed nine rollovers since May before it was eventually won by McNamara, making her an overnight multi-millionaire and a household name.
This recent jackpot win on Saturday marks the third Lotto jackpot triumph of 2024.
. As the identity of the fortunate ticket holder remains undisclosed, the National Lottery has issued an urgent appeal to players in the Limerick City area. They are urged to meticulously check their lotto tickets from the April 20 draw, as one among them holds a ticket worth a stunning €8.9 million.
Lotto enthusiasts in the area are advised to be vigilant and verify their numbers for a chance at this life-changing fortune. The National Lottery calls on all players who purchased their tickets in Limerick City to double-check in anticipation of uncovering the newest millionaire in their midst.
The broader Limerick community is buzzing with excitement, given the recent history of huge wins associated with the area. The Garryowen Stores has become a celebrated location for lottery players, increasingly seen as imbued with a touch of the famed ‘Luck of the Irish.’
Moreover, throngs of eager players are now flocking to the store, hoping that some of the luck rubs off on their future purchases. The phenomenon has been described as a lottery pilgrimage, with long-time residents and new hopefuls alike eager to stake their claim to future wins.
In an age where financial security is a chief concern, and with the cost of living pressures mounting, such stories of dramatic financial turnaround captivate the public’s imagination. The allure of sudden wealth is compelling, offering a glimpse into a world where dreams are realized overnight.
As the National Lottery continues its appeal for the winner to come forward, the spotlight on Garryowen Stores only brightens. Whether it’s a case of lightning striking twice or the stars aligning perfectly over Limerick, the impact of this recent win is undeniable.
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