A Belgian EuroMillions Player Strikes it Big, Winning €123.5 Million Jackpot

In the world of lottery games, the turn of a new year often brings with it high hopes and dreams of striking it rich. For one lucky ticket holder in Belgium, these dreams turned into reality when they became the first jackpot winner of 2026.

A New Year's Fortune

On an ordinary Friday night, this Belgian player's life changed dramatically. As the numbers were drawn for the EuroMillions lottery, one by one they matched those on their ticket. The winning numbers for this monumental draw held on the 30th of January were 14, 18, 31, 35, and 46, with Lucky Stars 7 and 11. This single ticket holder had just won a jaw-dropping jackpot of €123.5 million.

This was not only the first jackpot win of the new year but also marked a continuation of Belgium's recent run of good fortune in the EuroMillions lottery. The jackpot had been steadily increasing since a Spanish player walked away with €54 million on Boxing Day.

What Lies Ahead for the Winner?

The next steps for this fortunate individual have now been set in motion. According to Belgian laws, EuroMillions winners must claim their prizes within twenty weeks from the date of the draw. This gives our lucky winner until June 19th to make contact with the Belgian National Lottery.

While they have the option to reveal their identity publicly, most winners choose to remain anonymous to protect their privacy. Usually, only a few details about major winners are disclosed, providing just enough information to feed the public's curiosity without infringing on the winner's privacy.

Belgium’s Recent Lottery Success

This recent win is just another addition to a string of Belgian successes in the EuroMillions lottery. Back in September, a player from Belgium clinched the Superdraw jackpot of €130 million. This was followed by another Belgian player bagging €142.4 million in December. With this latest win, Belgium has now celebrated three nine-figure payouts within five months.

Since the inception of EuroMillions in 2004, Belgium has been home to 48 jackpot wins, cementing its position as a lucky location for lottery enthusiasts.

Looking Forward to the Next Draw

With the jackpot now claimed, the EuroMillions prize pool resets and will start at €17 million for Tuesday’s draw. Lottery players won't have to wait long for another chance at a colossal payday either. The first Superdraw of the year is scheduled for Friday, February 20th, promising a top prize of €130 million.

As we look forward to these upcoming draws, we can't help but wonder where the next big win will come from. Will Belgium continue its lucky streak or will fortune smile upon another country? Only time will tell.