Today marks the first-ever Monday Lotto draw in the National Lottery history.
Following the latest refresh of the Lotto game, players will have a chance to win in the new draw this evening.
Here’s all you need to know about the recent changes to the National Lottery game.
The new format was launched on Saturday, which marked the beginning of a new era for the Lotto, Darragh O’Dwyer of the National Lottery said.
It introduced “better odds of winning” and “more chances to become a millionaire”, Mr O’Dwyer said.
“Today, we’re delighted to celebrate the first-ever Monday Lotto draw,” he added.
Players will now have three opportunities every week to win, with the draws taking place on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Yes, the new format has introduced better odds of winning, as numbers 46 and 45 have officially retired from the game.
With the number of Lotto balls reducing from 47 to 45, the odds of winning the Lotto jackpot or top prize amounts have improved from one in 10.7 million to one in 8.1 million.
No, there are no changes to the price to play Lotto or Lotto Plus games.
It will remain at a minimum of €4 for two lines or €6 for two lines with Plus.
It’s business as usual. Lotto players can buy tickets nationwide in-store, through the National Lottery app or on the website ahead of the 7.45pm cut-off time for sales.
The draw will be livestreamed at 7.55pm on the lottery’s website and broadcast before RTÉ Nine O’Clock News on RTÉ One.
A new survey, commissioned by the National Lottery to celebrate the first Monday draw, has revealed that a third of respondents (33pc) said their millionaire lifestyle would include a VIP pass to everything.
Meanwhile, 26pc would get a yacht in the driveway and 23pc said they would install a helipad in the back garden.
The survey of 1,000 people has shown that 10pc would buy a diamond-encrusted collar for their family pet, while 8pc would put a chandelier in the downstairs bathroom.
When asked what dream they would pursue first, almost 40pc said they would bring family and friends on a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
17pc said they would use their prize to visit every continent in the world, while for 14pc of respondents, one of the first priorities would be to support a charity close to their heart.
Mr O’Dwyer said: “While it’s fun to imagine helipads, yachts and VIP treatment, the research shows Irish people would remain true to themselves.
“Whether it’s helping family, improving their home, pursuing a passion or supporting a cause close to their heart, many of the dreams people would fulfil with a Lotto win are surprisingly grounded.”