A sensational win has left a Lotto syndicate from Limerick in high spirits after they scooped a whopping €1,005,000 in the special EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle. The fortuitous draw took place on Friday, August 11, but the reality of their newfound wealth only truly hit home when the group made their claim at the National Lottery Headquarters this week.
Managing the syndicate is a task not without its trials, but for the leader of this lucky Limerick lotto group, it’s an endeavor that paid off handsomely. In an ironic turn of events, the initial notification of their seven-figure win was dismissed as a farce. The manager explained the moment of disbelief when she received the life-changing call. “I got the call from the Claims Department to say that we won €1 million and my first thought was that it was a prank. I rang the number back three times to make sure it wasn’t some sort of joke! I have never logged into my account so quick to check my ticket.”
It’s not every day that one finds themselves a millionaire, especially when they are in the midst of caring for a sick pet. The manager recounted, “At the time, I was at home dealing with a sick dog so to say it came at the most unexpected and unglamorous time would be an understatement!”
The task of spreading the euphoric news to other members of the nine-year-old syndicate was met with a gamut of emotions, ranging from shock to surprise. One member missed part of the big reveal due to a dropped phone call in an elevator, whereas others were already soaking up the sun, cocktail in hand, on holiday – making for impeccable timing to absorb such exciting developments. “We arranged a Zoom call with all of the members, and a few of them hadn’t heard the news yet at that stage, so we’ve all been at different levels of shock and surprise over the last few weeks,” the syndicate manager added.
Dreams that once seemed distant are now within reach for the syndicate members, as they all have different ideas for their share of the winnings. Some plan to settle mortgages and others envision vacations or homes that echo with the sound of renovation. Opportunities abound thanks to their shared luck.
EuroMillions draws typically see ten players from Ireland pocket €5,000 each through the ‘Ireland Only Raffle.’ However, on this particular night, the stakes were higher as the special raffle draw included an additional million euros. Out of the ten winners who claimed €5,000 each, one walked away with an extra €1 million, and that prize went to none other than the Limerick syndicate.
In related news, the EuroMillions jackpot seems to be on an impressive climb, with Tuesday’s jackpot expected to soar towards an eye-watering €95 million. Those hoping to follow in the footsteps of the Limerick winners have until 7:30 pm this evening to purchase their tickets, either in-store or on the National Lottery’s official website.
For lottery enthusiasts eager for more, the National Lottery has rolled out an opportunity to join their new WhatsApp community. Through this platform, members can receive breaking news and the latest headlines directly to their phones. Additionally, the community offers access to special offers, promotions, and advertisements, but with privacy of foremost importance, as can be seen in their Privacy Notice.
This Limerick Lotto syndicate’s story is a testament not only to the unpredictability of luck but also to the joy of shared success. As they embark on their new chapter, their story will undoubtedly inspire many to try their luck, in hopes of experiencing their own miraculous moments of fortune.
