A tipgemeinschaft from Nordhessen has made headlines after winning nearly 88 million euros in the Eurojackpot, marking it as one of the largest lottery wins ever recorded in Hessen. The remarkable sum of 87,949,627.70 euros was secured by the group during the draw on February 11, 2025, and the prize was officially announced over two weeks later. The winners, who have chosen to remain anonymous, shared their collective excitement and disbelief at their newfound fortune.
The winning ticket was submitted just minutes before the acceptance deadline, showcasing the group’s steadfast commitment to regularly participate without fail. “We are loyal players, we never miss a Eurojackpot draw, and we knew we would win someday,” one member reflected. Their ticket was generated using Quick-Tipp, which randomly selected numbers for them at the terminal. Remarkably, one of the 14 fields included all winning numbers: 3, 12, 22, 28, 47, and the Euro numbers 1 and 12.
Initially, after realizing their life-changing win, the tipgemeinschaft took their time to come forward. Many wondered why there was such delay before they claimed their prize. "We didn’t know what to do with so much money,” said one of the winners. This period allowed them to collect their thoughts and discuss the best ways to manage their new wealth, seeking financial advice for future investments and benefits.
“We can still hardly believe it, this is so much money,” another participant expressed, highlighting the relief from persistent financial worries. With their prize, the members anticipated their lives would change significantly, promising to enjoy their windfall responsibly. “Humanly speaking, the win won’t change us, but it will absolutely change our lives,” affirmed one member of the group.
This historic win has caught the attention of Lotto Hessen officials. According to Andreas Bickler, the spokesperson for the organization, it’s not unusual for winners to take time before claiming their prizes. “Most report their winnings within the first week or two,” he noted. Over the decades of operation, Lotto Hessen has seen nearly 700 million-dollar wins, reinforcing the excitement surrounding lottery draws every Tuesday and Friday.
Current regulations indicate the winners do not need to feel any immediate time pressure to claim their winnings. They may submit their claim until the official deadline of late 2028. The previous record for the highest lottery prize in Hessen remains at 90 million euros, won by a man from the Rhein-Main area back in May 2021.
Preparations are already stirring within the tipgemeinschaft as they navigate their new lives filled with financial possibilities. “We enjoyed this week as we took stock of our situation and focused on financial consulting to make wise decisions,” one member explained. The joy of sharing the winnings with families, friends, and the community adds to the delight, as this unexpected fortune expands horizons previously constrained by financial limitations.
Martin Blach, managing director of Lotto Hessen, expressed his congratulations, emphasizing, “When 28 euros turns to nearly 88 million euros, you can speak of quite the successful investment!” The future looks bright for this group of dedicated players, who are now affectionately dubbed the 'Eurojackpot millionaires' of Hessen.
Lottery enthusiasts are reminded of the upcoming Eurojackpot draw set for February 28, 2025, offering yet another chance at the life-changing sums once more. Will another lucky player join the ranks of those who have dared to dream big?