French Player Claims Historic €250 Million EuroMillions Jackpot
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Paris, France – A French national has made history by winning the largest EuroMillions jackpot ever offered: a staggering €250 million. The winning draw took place on Tuesday, August 19th, marking only the third time in the lottery’s history that the maximum prize has been claimed. This unprecedented win establishes a new national record for the largest sum ever won in France through the FDJ-operated game.
Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
The winning combination for this monumental draw was 24,31,34,41,and 43,with Lucky Stars 6 and 8.The lucky winner now has a 60-day window to come forward and claim their prize.
Beyond the jackpot winner, seven players matched five numbers plus one star, each receiving a considerable prize of €270,238.90.
| Prize Tier | Number of Winners | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jackpot (5 numbers + 2 stars) | 1 | €250,000,000 |
| 5 numbers + 1 star | 7 | €270,238.90 |
A New Addition to France’s Richest
This win catapults the lucky player into the ranks of France’s wealthiest individuals. According to Le Figaro, referencing the 2025 Challenges ranking, the winner now stands just behind Olivier Ginon, the CEO of GL Events, who has a net worth of €255 million. Challenges Fortune Ranking
Did You Know? Prior to this win, a young Tahitian player held the record for the largest EuroMillions prize won, pocketing €220 million on October 15, 2021, after matching five numbers and two stars on their first-ever ticket.
The €250 million jackpot was the culmination of four consecutive rollovers. Had the prize remained unclaimed, the winnings would have been distributed among players matching five numbers and one star in the subsequent draw.
Future Draws and Responsible gambling
The next EuroMillions draw, scheduled for Friday, August 22nd, will offer a substantially smaller, yet still substantial, jackpot of €17 million – the minimum possible amount.
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What does this historic win mean for future EuroMillions participation? Will it inspire more people to try their luck, or will it be seen as a once-in-a-lifetime event?
EuroMillions: A History of Mega-Wins
The EuroMillions lottery, launched in 2004, has become renowned for its massive jackpots and life-changing prizes. The lottery is operated by a consortium of national lotteries across Europe, including France, Spain, the united Kingdom, austria, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Switzerland. the odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 139.8 million, making it a game of chance with incredibly long odds. However, the allure of a perhaps enormous payout continues to draw millions of players each week. the game has undergone several changes over the years, including the addition of a second weekly draw in 2011 and changes to the number range in 2021, all aimed at increasing the excitement and prize potential.
Frequently Asked Questions about EuroMillions
- What is the EuroMillions lottery? EuroMillions is a transnational lottery offering large jackpots, played across nine European countries.
- How often are EuroMillions draws held? Draws are held twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays.
- What are the odds of winning the EuroMillions jackpot? The odds are approximately 1 in 139.8 million.
- How long does a winner have to claim their prize? Winners typically have 60 days to claim their prize.
- Where can I find official EuroMillions results? Official results can be found on the EuroMillions website.
This amazing win serves as a reminder of the power of chance and the dreams that lotteries can inspire. We wish the lucky winner all the best as they embark on this new chapter.