A historic moment unfolded as a ticket-holder clinched the largest EuroMillions jackpot ever, raking in over £200m from Friday night’s lottery draw.
The colossal prize, exceeding £209 million, was confirmed to have been won by a player who matched all seven numbers on their ticket, purchased in Austria. This victory surpasses the previous record of £195 million claimed in the UK and solidifies its place as a historic EuroMillions win.
The odds of clinching the jackpot are estimated to be approximately one in 139,838,160, requiring players to accurately match all five main numbers (ranging from 1 to 50) along with two lucky star numbers chosen from a pool of 12.
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This significant triumph marks a new chapter in EuroMillions history, underscoring the life-changing potential of the lottery. The winning combination of 10, 21, 30, 42, and 45, along with Lucky Stars 01 and 09, brought unparalleled fortune to the fortunate ticket-holder in Austria.
The announcement of the awe-inspiring win adds an exhilarating chapter to the EuroMillions saga, shining a spotlight on the joy and elation that accompany such a monumental victory.