The National Lottery has revealed its results for January 31, 2026, sparking excitement among players. Tonight, a life-changing jackpot of £7 million awaits the lucky winners. Could this sum lead to a new lifestyle, such as a dream vacation or a luxury car?
Check January 31, 2026 National Lottery Results
To see if you hold a winning ticket, review the following numbers:
National Lottery Winning Numbers
- Winning Numbers: 07, 08, 17, 25, 37, 40
- Bonus Ball: 11
Thunderball Results
- Thunderball Numbers: 02, 11, 14, 27, 39
- Thunderball: 01
The National Lottery has a rich history, starting with its inaugural draw on November 19, 1994. That first draw saw seven winners share a jackpot of £5,874,778. Since then, the lottery has transformed lives.
Record Wins in National Lottery History
The largest sum ever won by a single ticket holder occurred in 1996 when £42 million was claimed. In November 2020, Gareth Bull, a 49-year-old builder, won £41 million and ultimately decided to redesign his home dramatically.
Significant Lottery Wins Globally
Globally, the biggest lottery prizes have reached astonishing amounts:
| Prize Amount | Lottery | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| £1.308 billion | Powerball | January 13, 2016 | USA |
| £1.267 billion | Mega Millions | March 2019 | South Carolina |
| £633.76 million | Powerball | TBD | Wisconsin |
| £625.76 million | Powerball | August 2017 | Massachusetts |
| £575.53 million | Powerball | October 2018 | Iowa and New York |
Among the unique stories of winners, names like Sue Davies and Sandra Devine stand out. Sue, celebrating the end of her shielding, won £500,000, while Sandra accidentally won £300,000, thinking she was purchasing a £100 Scratchcard.
The Importance of Participating
With odds of winning at approximately one in 14 million, participation remains essential. As Sandra Devine and others have shown, sometimes, luck has a surprising way of finding you. Will you be the next big winner in the National Lottery? The first step is to check your ticket against tonight’s numbers.
