The National Lottery Lotto draw on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, features a special “Must Be Won” jackpot estimated at £12.1 million. This event guarantees payout of the top prize, with the draw scheduled for 8pm. If no one matches all six numbers, the funds roll down to the next prize tier. Players across the UK anticipate life-changing wins from this rollover-boosted pot.
Thunderball Draw Follows at 8:15pm
The evening also includes the Thunderball draw at 8:15pm, offering a top prize of £500,000. Participants select five main numbers from 1 to 39 and one Thunderball from 1 to 14. Matching all five main numbers plus the Thunderball secures the jackpot, while lower tiers provide additional prizes.
Recent Technical Issues Resolved
Some players encountered difficulties purchasing tickets or managing funds on the website and apps the previous evening. Officials confirm the problem is now fixed. “We’re aware that some players may have experienced difficulties purchasing games or adding/removing funds on our website or apps earlier this evening. The issue has now been resolved. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate players’ patience,” stated The National Lottery on March 24, 2026.
Unclaimed £10.6M Bexley Jackpot Update
No updates confirm the discovery of the mystery winner holding an unclaimed £10,633,323 Lotto jackpot from the October 4, 2025, draw in Bexley. Organizers continue an urgent search, including a “digi-van” with megaphone announcements in the area. The claim deadline approaches midnight on April 2, 2026. “We’re STILL looking for our £10.6M Lotto ticket bought in Bexley from the Saturday 4th October Lotto draw! Check every pocket as #ItCouldBeYou!! (This is due to expire at midnight on 2nd April!)” urged The National Lottery on March 23, 2026.
Jackpot Estimate Explained
Advertised jackpots represent estimates prior to the draw, as final amounts depend on ticket sales volume. Higher sales boost the prize, while rollovers from prior draws also influence the total. Confirmation occurs after sales close and the draw completes.
8,000th National Lottery Millionaire Celebrated
Earlier this month, the National Lottery marked its 8,000th millionaire. Lindsey claimed a £1 million Lotto prize via a Lucky Dip ticket. During her winners’ photoshoot, she received a surprise snowboarding lesson from two-time Olympic snowboarder Aimee Fuller. “Lindsey won £1M on Lotto all from a Lucky Dip!! Little did she know that during her winners’ shoot, she’d be surprised with a snowboarding lesson from two-time Olympic snowboarder, Aimee Fuller,” announced The National Lottery on March 16, 2026.
What Makes a “Must Be Won” Draw Special?
In a “Must Be Won” Lotto event, the jackpot pays out regardless. Without a full six-number match, the prize distributes to the highest matching tier winners. These draws follow multiple rollovers, heightening excitement and potential payouts across tiers.
