Friday night's EuroMillions draw brought the promise of life-changing wealth, with a colossal £66 million jackpot up for grabs following a rollover earlier in the week. The draw on Friday 16 January 2026 captivated players across the nation, all hoping to match the elusive combination of numbers.
A Night of Millionaire Makers
While the main EuroMillions jackpot requires players to match five main numbers and two Lucky Stars, every ticket purchased in the UK comes with an automatic bonus. Each entry includes a unique code for the UK Millionaire Maker raffle, which guarantees at least one £1 million winner in every single draw. In a thrilling turn of events, it was confirmed that one of these coveted millionaire prizes was claimed by a teenager, whose life has been transformed overnight.
Friday's Thunderball Results Revealed
For those participating in the separate Thunderball game, the wait for results is over. The numbers drawn on Friday 16 January were: 3, 7, 27, 28, 29. The crucial Thunderball itself was 12. Players need to match these numbers to win the game's top prize of £500,000.
What the Win Means for Players
The EuroMillions draw remains one of the most popular lottery events in the UK, offering staggering jackpots that frequently roll over into the tens of millions. The £66 million prize on offer this Friday represented a huge potential windfall. The simultaneous success story of the teenage UK Millionaire Maker winner highlights the dual chance of fortune the game provides. The full set of winning EuroMillions numbers for the main draw were announced later on Friday evening, determining who, if anyone, had secured the multi-million-pound jackpot.
Such wins underscore the massive appeal of the national lottery, where dreams of financial freedom can become a reality with a single ticket. The combination of the enormous EuroMillions jackpot and the guaranteed millionaire raffle creates two distinct pathways to a fortune, captivating millions of players every week.
