'We are thrilled' - Irish €250m Euromillions winner comes forward as county revealed
Ireland's biggest ever National Lottery win was purchased by a lucky player in County Cork who has made contact
A retail store in Cork has made history, as the National Lottery officially confirms that the location of the €250 million EuroMillions jackpot winning ticket.
This historic win marks a new milestone for the Irish National Lottery, setting the record for the largest prize ever won in Ireland.
The National Lottery has also confirmed that the €250 million ticketholder has made contact with the Prize Claims team after days of speculation as to who the winner of the life-changing amount is.
This marks the 18th win in Ireland of the EuroMillions jackpot since it started in 2004.
"We are absolutely thrilled to have heard from our EuroMillions winner" said Emma Monaghan, spokesperson for the National Lottery.
"At this point, our priority is to give them the necessary time and space to make arrangements and let this life-changing news sink in. No other details will be revealed at this stage, however, the name of the winning Cork shop will be announced tomorrow."