The National Lottery held its Lotto and Thunderball draws on Wednesday, July 15, with a combined top prize of £8.1 million up for grabs. The Lotto jackpot stood at a life-changing £7.6 million, while the Thunderball offered a top prize of £500,000. The draws took place at 8pm and 8.15pm respectively.
New Two-Round Lotto Format
The National Lottery has introduced a new two-round format for the Lotto game, giving players two chances to win. The first round featured the main draw, while the second round offered an additional set of numbers.
Winning Lotto Numbers
In round one, the winning numbers were 4, 13, 14, 17, 23, and 31, with a bonus ball of 56. In round two, the winning numbers were 4, 40, 43, 51, 55, and 57, with a bonus ball of 34.
Thunderball Results
The winning Thunderball numbers were 8, 14, 17, 18, and 34, with the Thunderball itself being 3. Players who matched all five main numbers plus the Thunderball won the £500,000 top prize.
According to the National Lottery, the new format aims to enhance player experience and increase chances of winning. For more information on how to play and claim prizes, visit the official National Lottery website.
