The National Lottery results are in, and they bring exciting news for players across the UK. On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Lotto jackpot reached a staggering £7.4 million, thanks to a triple rollover that has captured the imagination of hopeful players. This significant prize is a result of previous draws where no one managed to match the winning numbers, allowing the jackpot to swell to life-changing proportions.
Tonight's winning Lotto numbers are: 10, 26, 33, 53, 57, 59, with the Bonus Ball being 18. For those who participated in the Thunderball draw, the winning numbers are 18, 19, 22, 32, 33, with the Thunderball being 7.
The excitement surrounding the Lotto is palpable, as players dream about what they could do with such a fortune. The £7.4 million jackpot could allow winners to retire early, travel the world, or even invest in their future. For those who matched five main numbers plus the Bonus Ball, there’s an additional prize of £1 million waiting. However, this time around, no one managed to achieve that either.
Andy Carter, senior winners’ adviser at Allwyn, the operator of The National Lottery, shared the thrilling news: “We have some great news – one lucky ticket-holder has won tonight’s £7.3 million Lotto jackpot. What a way to start the month for this lucky Lotto player. Players are urged to check their tickets and to give us a call if they think they are tonight’s lucky winner.” While the Lotto jackpot was claimed, the £500,000 Thunderball jackpot went unclaimed, leaving players eager for the next draw.
The National Lottery has been a staple of British life since its inception on November 19, 1994. The first draw saw seven winners sharing a jackpot of £5,874,778. Since then, the lottery has awarded over £95 billion in prizes and created more than 7,400 millionaires, showcasing its role in the lives of countless players.
Interestingly, the largest single-ticket win in the history of the lottery was an astonishing £42 million, won in 1996. More recently, Gareth Bull, a 49-year-old builder, secured £41 million in November 2020, which he used to transform his home into a luxury manor complete with a pool. The lottery has also seen massive wins across the pond, with the Powerball in the US reaching record-breaking sums, including a jaw-dropping £1.308 billion in January 2016.
Playing the Lotto costs just £2 per ticket, and it takes place every Wednesday and Saturday. Players can select six numbers from 1 to 59 or opt for a lucky dip if they prefer a random selection. Not only do players have a chance to win significant cash prizes, but their participation also supports good causes, raising around £30 million each week for various charitable initiatives across the UK.
As the anticipation builds for the next draw, players are reminded to play responsibly. The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately one in 14 million, but as the saying goes, you’ve got to be in it to win it. With each draw, millions of players across the UK hope to be the next lucky winner.
For those who didn’t win this time around, there’s always the next draw to look forward to. The Thunderball draw, which takes place every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, offers another chance to win a substantial prize, with a top prize of £500,000. The excitement of the lottery continues to capture the hearts of many, as they dream of what they would do if they struck it rich.
In summary, the National Lottery remains a beloved institution, providing not only the thrill of potential wealth but also contributing to the greater good of society. With the latest draw results in, players are encouraged to check their tickets and dream big. Who knows? The next jackpot could change someone’s life forever.
