Waterford punters urged to check tickets following €250 million Irish lottery win
The winning ticket was sold in Munster
The news that Tuesday night's EuroMillions winning ticket was bought in Munster has resulted in Waterford ticket holders being encouraged to check if they hold the key to a life-changing fortune.
The winning ticket was purchased in-store in the Munster region and the win marks a new milestone for the Irish National Lottery, as it's the largest every prize claimed here.
The previous record stood at €175 million, won in February 2019.
The numbers for Tuesday night’s EuroMillions draw were: 13, 22, 23, 44, 49, and the two Lucky Stars were 3 and 5.
In addition to the main EuroMillions jackpot, Tuesday night also saw a EuroMillions Plus player in Co Wicklow, claim the top prize of €500,000 after matching all five winning numbers drawn.
That winner was in the Leinster region with the ticket purchased in Wexford town.
The numbers for Tuesday night’s EuroMillions Plus draw were: 11, 19, 30, 39 and 50.
A spokesperson for the National Lottery encouraged all players in Munster to check their tickets carefully to see if they have the winning ones.
It's expected more details about the location of the winning ticket will be made public in the coming days.
Players are reminded that all National Lottery prizes must be claimed within 90 days of the draw date and if you believe you are the winner, you are encouraged to sign the back of your ticket and contact the National Lottery immediately at 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie
