Austrian Player Wins Record EUR250 Million in EuroMillions

In a remarkable turn of events for the EuroMillions lottery, an Austrian participant has won a staggering EUR250 million, marking a new record for the game. This massive prize was claimed through a modest stake of just EUR10, highlighting the extraordinary luck of the winner.

The record-setting win occurred during the drawing on March 28, 2025, following a series of unsuccessful draws that had been building up the jackpot since early March. Initially, a Super Pot of EUR130 million was offered on March 7, but no player managed to select the correct numbers, causing the prize to roll over through five subsequent drawings.

The winning ticket was purchased on the win2day platform, operated by the Austrian Lottery, where the final and successful entry comprised four selections. Interestingly, the ticket was bought early on the morning before the drawing, showcasing the winner's eagerness.

As the news spreads, the entire nation is left to ponder the identity of this fortunate individual. The winner can expect to receive the full amount of EUR250 million, as the payout will be made without deductions after a four-week claim period. There is also an option for the winner to consult with a high-stakes winnings advisor from the Austrian Lottery to navigate the next steps of claiming this life-altering sum.

This recent win surpasses the previous record held by another Austrian, who won EUR240 million in December 2023 through a similar lottery process. That winner, however, chose to remain private, with no details about their plans for the winnings being disclosed.

Austria has a storied history with the EuroMillions lottery, which began in 2004. Over the years, there have been numerous notable wins, including a group of 38 players who shared a EUR72 million jackpot in August 2023, each becoming a millionaire thanks to their collective ticket. The first Austrian winner in the EuroMillions history was recorded in 2006, when a participant from Vienna won EUR6.5 million twice by selecting the same numbers.

Overall, since its inception, the EuroMillions lottery has seen 19 jackpots won by players from Austria, further solidifying the country's reputation for producing lucky lottery winners.

The EuroMillions lottery operates under the slogan 'Become richer than rich,' allowing players from participating countries such as France, Spain, England, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Switzerland to join in. Players select five numbers from a pool of 50, along with two additional numbers from a pool of 12. Each ticket costs EUR2.50, and drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday, with ticket sales closing at 8:00 PM on the day of the drawing.