In a thrilling turn of events during the Irish Lotto draw on Saturday, March 7, a player came perilously close to claiming the €2,693,222 jackpot, missing it by just one number. While no one clinched the grand prize, this dramatic draw provided an exciting outcome for several participants.
Key Outcomes from the Draw
The winning numbers from the main Lotto draw were 14, 24, 33, 34, 37, and 43, with the bonus number being 15. Despite the absence of a jackpot winner, one player achieved a remarkable feat by matching five of the six main numbers along with the bonus, securing a consolation prize of €46,511.
Additional Prize Breakdown
- Fifteen players matched five numbers (without the bonus) and received €1,859 each.
- The Lotto Plus 1 jackpot of €1 million also remained unclaimed, but 19 players who matched five numbers won €500 each.
- The Lotto Plus 2 jackpot of €250,000 saw no winners, though 19 players received €250 each for matching five numbers.
- The Irish Lotto Raffle awarded €500 to 81 fortunate winners.
In total, over 73,000 participants across Ireland won prizes in Saturday night’s draw. National Lottery officials encourage players to double-check their tickets to ensure they do not miss out on any winnings.
A spokesperson for the National Lottery confirmed, “There was no winner of the Lotto jackpot. In total, over 73,000 players won prizes in the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws, including one winner of the Match 5 + Bonus prize of €46,511.”
Winning Numbers Summary
| Draw Type | Winning Numbers |
|---|---|
| Main Lotto | 14, 24, 33, 34, 37, 43 (Bonus: 15) |
| Lotto Plus 1 | 12, 14, 21, 28, 37, 47 (Bonus: 45) |
| Lotto Plus 2 | 4, 14, 15, 31, 40, 47 (Bonus: 32) |
| Winning Raffle Number | 0700 |
The atmosphere surrounding the Irish Lotto remains electrifying, with players eagerly awaiting future draws for their chance at victory.
