Two lucky Lotto players collect life-changing prizes as winning shops revealed ahead of mega jackpot
The first big win came on July 16, when a Galway player scooped the Lotto Plus 2 top prize of €250,000.
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Lotto players are being urged to get their tickets for tonight's draw before the cut-off
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The winning Quick Pick was purchased at Circle K, Newcastle Road,
In a quirky twist, the player presented their ticket at
The player recalled the moment they discovered the win.
They said: 'I was at the kitchen table doing some life admin when I saw the news that the winning ticket was sold where I bought mine.
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"I danced around the kitchen when I realised I had won!'
The player plans to put their winnings towards a new home and dream holidays to exotic destinations around the world.
Just days later, on July 19, another Galway player matched five numbers and the bonus in the main Lotto draw to win an impressive €314,859.
The winning ticket was purchased at XL Laurel Park, Newcastle, Galway.
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Speaking from National Lottery HQ, the delighted winner said: 'I was watching the draw on TV and playing along with my numbers. I couldn't believe my eyes as each number matched – I thought I was seeing things!
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"I'm looking forward to sharing the win with family, and a sun holiday is definitely on the cards!'
With excitement building nationwide, Lotto players are reminded that tonight's jackpot is heading towards an estimated €13.2million.
A National Lottery spokesperson added: "Lotto players dreaming of becoming Ireland's next millionaire are reminded that tickets can be purchased in-store, through the National Lottery app or at www.lottery.ie ahead of the 7.45pm cut-off time for sales."
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Meanwhile, Ireland's newest millionaire has told how he plans to "pursue some business interests" after collecting his life-changing Daily Million prize.
The long-time player who always believed his day would come, wasted no time in making his way to National Lottery HQ in
And he kept the winning ticket safely tucked away in his wallet since the draw.
Speaking to the
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He said: 'I am delighted with this win. I'm looking forward to being able to share the win with my family.
"I have a strong work ethic so my goal is to be sensible with the win, pursue some business interests, but also enjoy more time for myself and with my family."
The winning numbers were: 9, 20, 25, 33, 37, 39 and the bonus was 29.
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Store Manager Dunnes Stores Kyle Shopping Centre, Ken Cullen, said on Tuesday: "It is an incredible moment for our shop and for Portlaoise.
"We're absolutely delighted to have played a part in such a life-changing event.
"There's a real buzz around the place, and we're so proud that someone in our community has won this amazing prize."
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