The £15m jackpot must be won
16:00, 13 Sep 2025Updated 20:05, 13 Sep 2025
£15m is up for grabs in tonight’s draw(Image: PA)
It’s finally the weekend, meaning it’s the second chance of the week to win big with the National Lottery. Saturday’s lottery jackpot will be an estimated £15m “must be won” prize after no player scooped Wednesday’s top prize.
It’s a life-changing sum of cash, and having that much money land in your bank account is almost unimaginable. You could immediately quit your job and start living your dream life. You could travel the world, pay off any debts, and give to friends and family, as well as some deserving causes.
There’s also £500,000 to be won in the Thunderball draw, taking place at 8.15pm, meaning you have plenty of chances to be a winner. There are multiple chances to win the Lotto as draws take place at 8pm every Saturday and Wednesday.
To play the game, choose six numbers from one to 59 or choose a lucky dip.
It costs £2 per play. As well as being in with a chance of winning serious cash, playing the Lotto also helps raise around £30m each week for UK good causes.
Winning numbers: 26, 36, 49, 54, 53, 1
Bonus ball: 10
Winning The National Lottery is a moment that can change the winner’s life forever. Whether it is a modest windfall or a multimillion-pound jackpot, Allwyn – the operator of The National Lottery – said they ensure every winner is guided through a “secure, supportive, and confidential process” so that they can start to enjoy their good fortune as quickly as possible.
From the moment a winning ticket is confirmed, Allwyn said a dedicated team of winners’ advisors steps in to provide or provide access to a whole range of emotional and practical services. This ranges from expert guidance to emotional support and access to professional financial advice.
Andy Carter, senior winners’ advisor at Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery, said: “Everyone dreams of that huge win when they buy their National Lottery ticket – and for those lucky enough to experience it, we’re here to make sure it’s a positive and secure journey. From financial advice to emotional support, our role is to help winners take control of their new future with confidence.”
Read more here about what happens when you win the National Lottery.
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