Inside Tonight’s Lottery Draw: Results, Odds and What to Do After

Step‑by‑step guidance for after tonight’s draw—checking results, claiming prizes, next steps.

Once tonight’s balls are drawn, here’s your checklist:

Check winning numbers:

Go to the National Lottery website or app—for Lotto results, including bonus ball, see draw history .

Match your ticket:

Use app scan or manual matching.

UK National Lottery results

Prize tiers:

Lotto: 6 numbers (jackpot); 5+bonus (£1 million); 3+ (from £25–£1,000) .

Thunderball: 5+Thunderball = £500k; lower prizes from £3 upward .

Claim protocol:

Online claims are processed automatically.

Retail tickets: visit high street stores if prize is small; larger amounts through claims centre.

Timelines:

Tickets valid for 180 days from draw date.

After expiry, prizes go to National Lottery Good Causes Fund.

Winning responsibly:

Consider financial advice before spending.

Winners are encouraged to claim anonymously and stay safe.