It was a night of anticipation across the UK and Europe as the National Lottery’s EuroMillions draw on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, dangled a jaw-dropping £124 million jackpot before hopeful ticket holders. In what’s been described as one of the biggest rollovers in recent memory, excitement reached fever pitch as millions tuned in to see if their dreams of instant wealth would finally materialize.
The winning numbers for the EuroMillions draw were 10, 27, 40, 43, and 47, with Lucky Stars 6 and 10, as reported by multiple outlets including The National Lottery and Metro. To scoop the life-changing top prize, players needed to match all five main numbers plus both Lucky Stars—a feat that, as it turned out, proved elusive. No ticket matched the complete set, so the jackpot rolled over once again, setting the stage for an even more staggering £139 million prize on Friday, February 27, 2026.
But the night wasn’t without its winners. In the UK, every EuroMillions entry is automatically entered into the UK Millionaire Maker, which guarantees one new millionaire each draw. The code for this particular draw was HFVG69795—so for one lucky Brit, a cool £1 million is now theirs to claim. According to Metro, “the UK Millionaire Maker guarantees one UK millionaire per draw with a £1 million payout.” It’s a tradition that’s created hundreds of millionaires since its inception, offering a glimmer of hope even to those who fall short of the main jackpot.
Meanwhile, the Thunderball draw—another staple of the National Lottery—delivered its own thrills. The winning Thunderball numbers were 7, 8, 11, 14, and 19, with the Thunderball itself being 13. The top prize for this draw is a tidy £500,000, awarded to anyone matching all five numbers plus the Thunderball. It’s a smaller pot compared to EuroMillions, but still more than enough to transform a winner’s life overnight. As The National Lottery explains, “the Thunderball draw…has a £500,000 top prize.”
For those keeping track, the cost to chase these dreams is £2.50 per EuroMillions ticket, with draws held every Tuesday and Friday. Thunderball tickets are available for draws on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. And if you’re still feeling lucky, there’s the Lotto game every Saturday and Wednesday, plus Set For Life on Mondays and Thursdays. The Lotto jackpot for the upcoming Saturday stands at a £3.8 million rollover, adding yet another opportunity for aspiring winners to try their luck.
Despite the astronomical odds, the allure of winning such sums is hard to resist. As Mirror put it, “winning that much tax-free cash would be life-changing. You could leave your job, pay off your debts, and travel to pretty much anywhere you wanted. You could also give generously to friends, family, and some deserving causes close to your heart.” The possibilities are, quite literally, endless. And for many, the fun lies as much in imagining the possibilities as in the game itself.
But what happens if you’re holding a winning ticket? According to Metro, players have just under six months from the draw date to claim their prizes. If a prize goes unclaimed after that period, the money isn’t simply pocketed by the lottery—it’s donated to community causes across the UK via the National Lottery’s community fund. Since its launch in 1994, the National Lottery has paid out over £95 billion in prizes, and any unclaimed winnings are recycled into supporting local projects, charities, and initiatives that benefit people up and down the country.
For those who think they might be holding a golden ticket, the National Lottery urges immediate action. “Players are urged to check their tickets in stores, via app, or email and to contact the National Lottery Line at 0333 234 5050 or [email protected] if they believe they have won,” according to Metro. The process for claiming is straightforward, whether your ticket was bought in a shop or online, and staff are on hand to guide winners through the next steps.
Tuesday night’s draw was especially notable not only for its size, but for the sheer number of people it captivated. With the jackpot rolling over from previous weeks—Friday’s pot had stood at £113 million, with no winner—interest in the draw reached a fever pitch. Mirror noted, “It’s one of the biggest jackpots we’ve seen in a while, and a staggering £124m is up for grabs. You could be the lucky winner!” The anticipation was further stoked by live updates and rolling coverage, as fans across the country waited for the results to be announced.
While the main jackpot went unclaimed, there was still cause for celebration. One UK ticket holder managed to match five numbers and one Lucky Star, a combination that netted them £133,518.40. Not quite the nine-figure windfall, but certainly enough to change a life—or at least pay off a mortgage and fund a few unforgettable holidays.
The EuroMillions and Thunderball games are part of a wider ecosystem of National Lottery draws, each offering its own unique blend of odds, prizes, and excitement. EuroMillions, with its cross-border appeal and giant jackpots, remains the star attraction. Thunderball, with its more accessible top prize and better odds, is a favorite for those who prefer a steadier shot at a significant sum. Lotto and Set For Life round out the lineup, giving players a chance to dream several nights a week.
For the National Lottery, these draws are about more than just creating overnight millionaires. They’re also about raising funds for good causes—arts, sports, heritage, and community projects that enrich life across the UK. Every ticket sold helps contribute to this mission, whether or not the buyer walks away with a prize.
As the dust settles on this latest EuroMillions draw, attention now turns to Friday’s jackpot, which has swelled to a staggering £139 million. The question on everyone’s lips: will the next draw finally crown a new multi-millionaire, or will the prize continue to climb? For now, the dreams—and the numbers—keep rolling on.