Dublin Player Becomes First Winner of New €1 Million Lotto Plus 2 Top Prize

It’s set to be a weekend to remember for a Lotto player in Dublin, who has become the first winner of the new €1 Million Lotto Plus 2 top prize since recent game changes came into effect earlier this month. The winner purchased their Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw.

The numbers in Saturday night's Lotto Plus 2 draw (12th September) were: 5, 13, 19, 21, 23, 42 and the Bonus was 18.

The National Lottery has confirmed that the winning retail location will be announced over the coming days.

The celebrations didn't stop there with players in Dublin and Sligo also winning €21,756 each after matching five numbers and the bonus in the main Lotto draw.

The Dublin player bought their Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw from Tesco Ireland, Trinity Central, Pearse Street, Dublin 2, while the Sligo winner purchased their Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw from Milo’s, Main Street, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo.

The numbers in Saturday night's main Lotto draw were: 1, 3, 9, 14, 16, 19 and the Bonus was 27.

National Lottery spokesperson, Emma Monaghan, said “What an incredible night for Lotto players, and especially for one Dublin player who has become the very first Lotto Plus 2 millionaire since the game change earlier this month. With the top prize increasing from €250,000 to €1 Million, this is a truly special milestone for Lotto Plus 2 and an unforgettable win for Saturday night’s ticketholder. Celebrations are also in store for two players in Dublin and Sligo who each won €21,756 after matching five numbers and the bonus in the main Lotto draw. All winners should sign the back of their tickets, keep them safe and contact our Prize Claims team!”

Saturday night’s winners are advised to sign the back of their tickets and keep them safe. They should make contact with our Prize Claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie and arrangements will be made for them to collect their prizes in Lottery HQ.

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