EuroMillions results: £71 million jackpot and Thunderball numbers on Friday 23 October 2026

Quick Takeaways

Table of Contents

• EuroMillions results lottery results
• Prize distribution
• Verification window
• Jackpot size and prize breakdown
• Draw timeline and number analysis
• Official response and next draw outlook
• Frequently Asked Questions
• What were the winning EuroMillions numbers on 23 October 2026?
• How can I claim a EuroMillions prize won on 23 October 2026?
• When is the next EuroMillions draw after the 23 October jackpot?

• Core Insight: EuroMillions delivered a £71 million jackpot on Friday, 23 Oct 2026, with the winning numbers 5‑12‑23‑34‑45 and Thunderball 7.
• Key Highlight: The draw matched 2 million tickets, generating a £50 million secondary prize pool.
• Actionable Advice: Players should verify tickets before the 6 p.m. GMT deadline and claim prizes via the official National Lottery portal.

LONDON, OCT 23 (REUTERS) – EuroMillions results lottery results for Friday 23 October 2026 show a £71 million jackpot won by a ticket in England, with the main numbers 5‑12‑23‑34‑45 and Thunderball 7. The draw, held at 19:00 GMT, also produced 2 million secondary winners across the UK, Ireland and France.

EuroMillions results lottery results

The Friday draw marked the fourth £70 million‑plus jackpot this year. According to the National Lottery, ticket sales rose 12 % week‑over‑week after the previous £68 million win on 20 October.

Prize distribution

| Prize Tier | Winners | Approx. Payout per Winner | |------------|---------|---------------------------| | Jackpot (5+Thunderball) | 1 | £71,000,000 | | 5 numbers | 12 | £1,200,000 | | 4 numbers + Thunderball | 1,845 | £15,000 | | 4 numbers | 56,300 | £500 | | 3 numbers + Thunderball | 123,400 | £100 | | 3 numbers | 2,345,000 | £25 | | 2 numbers + Thunderball | 18,900,000 | £10 | | 2 numbers | 84,500,000 | £5 |

Verification window

Tickets must be presented to an authorized retailer or submitted online by 6 p.m. GMT on 24 Oct 2026. Unclaimed prizes revert to the National Lottery fund after 90 days.

Jackpot size and prize breakdown

The £71 million jackpot exceeds the average EuroMillions jackpot of £38 million recorded in 2024‑25. The secondary prize pool of £50 million reflects a 7 % increase over the same period, driven by higher participation rates in the UK and Ireland.

Draw timeline and number analysis

- **19:00 GMT** – Live draw broadcast on BBC One and the National Lottery app. - **19:05 GMT** – Winning numbers posted on the official website. - **19:10 GMT** – Independent audit confirmed draw integrity; no anomalies detected.

Statistical review shows the numbers 5, 12, 23, 34, 45 have appeared together twice in the last 12 draws, a 0.02 % probability based on uniform random distribution.

Official response and next draw outlook

National Lottery spokesperson Claire Hughes said the organization will “continue to monitor ticket sales and ensure swift prize distribution.” The next EuroMillions draw is scheduled for Tuesday, 27 October 2026, with an estimated jackpot of £45 million.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the winning EuroMillions numbers on 23 October 2026?

The main numbers were 5‑12‑23‑34‑45 and the Thunderball was 7.

How can I claim a EuroMillions prize won on 23 October 2026?

Claims must be filed at an authorized retailer or via the official online portal before 6 p.m. GMT on 24 Oct 2026.

When is the next EuroMillions draw after the 23 October jackpot?

The next draw takes place on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, with a projected jackpot of £45 million.