Unclaimed Lottery Jackpot Looms as Deadline Nears

French Winner Yet to Claim €1 Million Prize

A substantial EuroMillions jackpot of €1 million remains unclaimed in France, with the winner having until July 18 to collect their winnings. Lottery officials are urging the lucky ticket holder to come forward before the deadline, after which the funds will revert to the lottery organization.

Mystery Millionaire Sought in Essonne

The winning ticket was purchased for the EuroMillions-My Million draw on May 20. The individual, residing in the Essonne region of France, has yet to claim the prize, according to reports. French Games (FDJ), the national lottery operator, has issued an appeal for the winner to present themselves.

Should the unclaimed prize not be collected by July 18 at 11:59 p.m., the €1 million will be forfeited. The FDJ plans to reallocate these funds through prize pool increases or special promotional offers for its customers.

Lottery Urges Claim Before Funds Are Lost

The FDJ is actively seeking the winner, highlighting the strict rule regarding claim periods for lottery prizes. The organization’s proactive appeal aims to prevent the windfall from being lost to the potential winner.

In a similar instance in the United Kingdom, a £1 million EuroMillions prize from the May 26, 2023 draw went unclaimed. The deadline passed without the ticket being presented, underscoring the importance of checking lottery tickets promptly.

The upcoming EuroMillions draw is scheduled for Tuesday, with a jackpot of €91 million available. Players across participating countries will be hoping to hit the main prize.

The FDJ’s efforts to locate the Essonne winner highlight the significant sums that can go unclaimed each year in lottery games worldwide.