€250m EuroMillions winning ticket sold in Munster
This will be the largest ever EuroMillions jackpot to be won in Ireland
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A EuroMillions jackpot of €250m (£213m) has been won by a ticket holder in Munster, the Irish National Lottery has said.
National Lottery spokesperson Emma Monaghan said that the ticket was purchased in a retail outlet.
This is said to be the largest ever EuroMillions jackpot to be won in Ireland.
The winning numbers are 13, 22, 23, 44, 49, Lucky Stars 3 and 5.
The winner has 90 days to claim the prize.
It has been confirmed that the winning ticket was sold in a shop and not online.
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The EuroMillions jackpot is capped once it reaches €250m.
"We are absolutely thrilled to see this incredible and record win for an Irish EuroMillions player," said Irish National Lottery chief executive Cian Murphy.
"We are advising our players to check their tickets and if they are the winner, sign the back of the ticket, keep it safe, and contact National Lottery HQ and we will guide you through the claims process," he said.
The €500,000 EuroMillions Plus prize has also been claimed in tonight's draw.
Speaking on the Irish broadcaster RTÉ, Emma Monaghan from the National Lottery advised the winner to stay calm "if at all possible".
"I know that might be easier said than done. Have a cup of tea and just let it sink in."