EuroMillions Record: €250 Million Jackpot Lands in Ireland

A EuroMillions winner in Ireland has scooped the highest jackpot to date of 250 million euros.

The jackpot of 250 million euros was won on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Ireland. This marked the first time the previous cap, set at a maximum of 250 million euros since February 2020, was reached. The exact prize amount marks a historic peak for the multi-state lottery.

Highest Jackpot Since Introduction

Since the increase of the jackpot cap in 2020, this is the first time it has been reached. If the million threshold is significantly exceeded twice, the cap increases in 10-million increments – up to a maximum of 250 million euros. The current jackpot represents the maximum of this regulation.

Where Does Austria Stand?

Austria last won the same top jackpot on March 28, 2025, becoming the second country in history to reach the peak value. In addition to this partial win, the record from December 2023 of over 240 million euros also made headlines.

How Does EuroMillions Work?

EuroMillions is a joint lottery of ten European countries. The game principle is "5 out of 50 plus 2 out of 12 star numbers". Draws take place on Tuesdays and Fridays. The current cap is 250 million euros.

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