Mayo Player Wins €11.1 Million Lotto Jackpot – First Winner of 2026

A lucky Lotto player in County Mayo has won a substantial €11,101,286 jackpot, becoming the first Lotto jackpot winner of 2026. The winning ticket was a Quick Pick purchased on Wednesday, February 25th, and sold at Kelly’s Mace, located at the Circle K Service Station on the Mulranny Road in Newport, County Mayo.

Winning Ticket Sold in Newport, Mayo

Kelly’s Mace owner, Michael Kelly, expressed his surprise and excitement, stating that the news was “only sinking in” after being contacted by a National Lottery representative. He noted the “great buzz” around the town following the announcement. RTE and The Irish Independent both reported on the local excitement.

Details of the Winning Draw

The winning numbers for the February 25th Lotto draw were 19, 20, 22, 25, 28, and 43, with a bonus ball of 1. The National Lottery confirmed that over 82,000 players won prizes in the Lotto and Lotto Plus draws on the same night.

Mayo’s History of Lotto Wins

This win adds to a recent streak of Lotto success in County Mayo. In 2022, a ticket sold in Castlebar won over €19.06 million, the largest ever Lotto jackpot in Mayo. Last year, a Mayo family syndicate won over €17 million playing online. Carey’s on Main Street, Belmullet, has previously sold winning tickets worth €13.8 million in 2016 and €5.4 million in December 2024. The Irish Times reported on this history of wins.

Claiming the Prize

The National Lottery has been contacted by the winning ticket holder, and arrangements are being made for them to collect their €11,101,286 prize at Lottery Headquarters. Players in the Mayo area are encouraged to check their tickets carefully. Those who believe they have the winning ticket can contact the National Lottery prize claims team at 1800 666 222 or via email at claims@lottery.ie.