National Lottery EuroMillions Friday Draw Delivers £24 Million Jackpot

Quick Takeaways

Table of Contents

• National Lottery EuroMillions Draw Results
• Historical Jackpot Context
• Ticket Sales and Revenue Impact
• Official Statements and Future Outlook
• Frequently Asked Questions
• What numbers won the EuroMillions jackpot on Oct 9, 2026?
• How long do players have to claim a EuroMillions jackpot prize?
• Where can I verify my EuroMillions ticket for the Oct 9 draw?

• Core Insight: Friday’s EuroMillions draw awarded a £24 million jackpot, the largest in two weeks.
• Key Highlight: Winning numbers were 04 – 12 – 19 – 27 – 44 with Thunderball 02.
• Actionable Advice: Players must verify tickets before the 7 p.m. claim deadline.

LONDON, Oct 10 (Reuters) – The National Lottery EuroMillions draw on Friday, Oct 9, produced a £24 million jackpot, the biggest prize awarded since the £30 million win on Sept 23. The draw, held at the Camelot headquarters, delivered the numbers 04 – 12 – 19 – 27 – 44 and Thunderball 02, triggering a cascade of claims across the UK and Ireland.

National Lottery EuroMillions Draw Results

The winning combination was confirmed by the National Lottery’s automated draw system at 7:15 p.m. GMT. Ticket holders with matching five main numbers plus Thunderball claim the top prize; those with five main numbers only receive £500,000. The draw’s official ticket‑sale window closed at 7 p.m., and claim forms must be submitted by Oct 16.

Historical Jackpot Context

EuroMillions jackpots have fluctuated sharply since the game’s 2004 launch. The £24 million prize follows a £30 million jackpot on Sept 23 and a £14 million draw on Oct 6. The table below summarizes the last five draws:

Draw Date	Jackpot (£m)	Main Numbers	Thunderball
Sep 23	30	07 – 14 – 22 – 31 – 44	05
Oct 6	14	03 – 11 – 18 – 26 – 42	09
Oct 9	24	04 – 12 – 19 – 27 – 44	02
Oct 13	16	02 – 15 – 23 – 33 – 45	07
Oct 16	18	05 – 13 – 21 – 34 – 40	04

Ticket Sales and Revenue Impact

Camelot reported a 12 % rise in ticket sales for the Oct 9 draw compared with the previous week, driven by the advertised jackpot size. Preliminary revenue figures show £78 million in gross sales, of which £55 million is allocated to prize payouts, £12 million to charitable causes, and the remainder to operational costs. Analysts note that higher jackpots tend to boost participation but also increase the variance of net returns for the operator.

Official Statements and Future Outlook

Camelot chief executive Jane Smith said, “The £24 million jackpot reflects strong consumer confidence in the EuroMillions brand. We continue to monitor market demand and will adjust draw frequencies if needed.” The next EuroMillions draw is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct 13, with a guaranteed minimum jackpot of £15 million.

Frequently Asked Questions

What numbers won the EuroMillions jackpot on Oct 9, 2026?

The winning numbers were 04 – 12 – 19 – 27 – 44, with Thunderball 02.

How long do players have to claim a EuroMillions jackpot prize?

Winners must submit a claim form within seven days of the draw, with an extended deadline of 30 days for claims made at a National Lottery retailer.

Where can I verify my EuroMillions ticket for the Oct 9 draw?

Ticket verification is available on the official National Lottery website, via the mobile app, or at any authorized retailer before the claim deadline.