BREAKING: Limerick player scoops €1m in EuroMillions 'Ireland Only Raffle'

A FORTUNATE player from Limerick woke up to unexpected riches this Saturday, winning a substantial €1 million prize in the EuroMillions 'Ireland Only Raffle' draw.

The winning ticket was purhased online, with the raffle code I-PPB-77670, and was picked during this Friday's EuroMillions draw.

This win makes the Treaty player the 26th new millionaire this year through National Lottery games.

On the same night, another player from Kildare secured the EuroMillions Plus top prize, netting a notable €500,000. The winning ticket was sold at the Applegreen service station in Milennium Park, Naas. The EuroMillions Plus draw on August 11 revealed the numbers 09, 16, 20, 33, and 49.

While the EuroMillions jackpot of over €39 million remained unclaimed, attention now turns to the next draw, which boasts an enticing €50 million prize.

The recent EuroMillions draw saw over 57,000 winners across Ireland, prompting the National Lottery to urge players to carefully check their tickets and online accounts for any winnings. The lucky winners are encouraged to contact the National Lottery Prize Claim team at 1800 666 222 or claims@lottery.ie for prize collection arrangements.

Supporting various Good Causes, the National Lottery directs nearly 30 cents from each euro spent on games toward areas like sports, youth development, healthcare, education, and the arts. Since its inception 35 years ago, the National Lottery has raised more than €6 billion for Good Causes, contributing significantly to local communities. In 2021, a sum of €304 million was allocated to support local initiatives throughout Ireland.

The National Lottery emphasizes responsible play, encouraging participants to engage in its games for entertainment purposes.

As these fortunate winners embrace their newfound wealth, their stories highlight the positive impact of the National Lottery on individuals and communities across Ireland.