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It could be the ticket that changes everything. Nobody scooped Tuesday's staggering £157 million EuroMillions jackpot, and now the prize has swelled to an eye-watering £172 million for Friday's draw – one of the biggest in UK history.

The life-changing fortune would be enough to buy a fleet of superyachts, a string of luxury homes and still leave millions in the bank. Unsurprisingly, hopeful Brits are already rushing to secure their chance at glory.

The winning numbers on Tuesday were 01, 03, 42, 47, 05, with Lucky Stars 05 and 10. While no one claimed the top prize, two UK ticket holders came tantalisingly close, matching five numbers and one Lucky Star to pocket an impressive £192,769.60 each. One lucky Brit also became an overnight millionaire through the Millionaire Maker code XHMB84675, but the record-breaking jackpot remains unclaimed.

What Happened On Tuesday

Tuesday's EuroMillions draw ended without a jackpot winner, allowing the prize pool to roll over to £172 million ahead of Friday's game. This places it among the largest prizes ever offered since EuroMillions began in 2004. The National Lottery confirmed that two UK players won substantial secondary prizes, but the top prize remains up for grabs.

In a statement, Andy Carter, senior winners' advisor at Allwyn, said: 'This is such exciting news. Friday night's draw will be a life-changing one, with a mammoth £172 million jackpot up for grabs. A single UK winner would make National Lottery history.'

Thunderball Draw Results

Alongside EuroMillions, Tuesday's Thunderball draw also concluded without a jackpot winner. The winning numbers were 15, 17, 23, 24, 08 and the Thunderball number was 03. Although no one matched all the numbers to win the £500,000 top prize, one player matched the five main numbers and took home £5,000.

These were the first draws to take place since the National Lottery system was temporarily taken offline over the weekend to install new Wave terminals in retail stores and update the Lottery app.

The Odds Of Winning

The chances of winning the EuroMillions jackpot are famously slim, with odds estimated at 1 in 139 million. Nevertheless, the excitement of such a historic prize often drives higher participation, particularly during record-setting rollover weeks.

What Is At Stake

If claimed by a single ticket, the £172 million prize would rank just behind the anonymous £195 million winner in 2022 and the Thwaite couple, who secured £184 million. It would also mark the 20th National Lottery win to exceed £100 million.

The Wider Community Impact

Beyond creating instant millionaires, National Lottery ticket sales provide vital funding for public projects. Around £30 million is raised each week, supporting initiatives in arts, sport, heritage, and local communities. Since its launch, over £50 billion has been distributed to good causes.

'Playing the National Lottery is more than a chance to win, it's a way to give back,' said Carter, noting that ticket sales help fund everything from grassroots sports clubs to the preservation of iconic British landmarks.

Why This Draw Matters

The combination of a record-breaking prize, recent system upgrades and the community benefits funded by ticket sales has put EuroMillions back in the public spotlight. While players dream of overnight wealth, the draw also serves as a reminder of the broader value behind every ticket purchased.

As the nation counts down to Friday night, the question remains: will someone finally claim the massive jackpot, or will it roll over once again into uncharted territory?

As the country awaits Friday's draw, the question remains: will someone finally strike it rich, or will the pot roll over once more into record-breaking territory?

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