When The National Lottery, operated by Camelot Group UK Limited, held its 3,100th Lotto draw on Saturday, 6 September 2025 at about 7:45 p.m. BST in its studios at Watford, Hertfordshire, the Lotto jackpot of £7,082,906 rolled over because no ticket matched all six numbers. The draw, logged as Lotto Draw 3100Watford, was overseen by an independent adjudicator appointed by the Gambling Commission. The roll‑over means the prize pool will swell for the next Wednesday draw, keeping the public’s eye fixed on the next chance to become a millionaire.
Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
The ball machine dubbed “Lotto 2” spun six main balls and a bonus ball from Ball Set 1. In ascending order the winning numbers were 10, 22, 37, 40, 45 and 57, with the bonus ball 24. The live broadcast, hosted by an unnamed presenter, opened with the familiar line: “It could be you. Welcome.” The presenter then announced, “The first number out is 10, 45, 57, 37, 22, 40 and the bonus ball is 24.”
- Jackpot: £7,082,906 – rolled over (no Match 6 winner)
- Match 5 + Bonus: 1 winner – £1,000,000
- Match 5: 48 winners – £1,750 each (total £84,000)
- Match 4: 3,653 winners – £140 each (total £511,420)
- Match 3: 88,297 winners – £30 each (total £2,648,910)
- Match 2: 901,348 winners – free Lucky Dip® tickets for the next draw
- Total prize fund distributed: £4,244,330 across 993,347 winners
The absence of a six‑number match isn’t unusual; the odds sit at roughly 1 in 45 million. Still, the £7 million figure is higher than the average £2 million that typically rolls over, thanks to a series of double‑rollover draws earlier in September.
Context: Summer of Sport 2025 and Good Cause Stories
This draw was part of the National Lottery’s "Summer of Sport 2025" promotion, a season‑long push that pairs big jackpots with community projects. One highlighted story was the "Red Roses" Good Cause initiative, which funneled lottery proceeds into grassroots women’s football programmes across the UK. The campaign aims to boost participation rates among girls by 15 % by the end of 2026, according to a press release from the National Lottery Community Fund.
Behind the glitz, the draw adhered strictly to the Gambling Act 2005 and the National Lottery Regulations 2002. Independent adjudicators, whose presence is mandated by the Gambling Commission, verify every ball’s trajectory and certify that the draw machinery is calibrated by an accredited testing lab every six months.
Reactions from Players and Industry Experts
Social media lit up shortly after the results were posted. One first‑time player in Liverpool tweeted, “Just missed the jackpot by one ball – I’ll be back next week, fingers crossed!” Another regular, a retired teacher from Exeter, posted a photo of her ticket stub with the caption, “One‑off £1 million win, and I’m still playing for the fun of it.”
Gambling analyst James Whitaker of the consultancy Insight Gaming told us, “Roll‑overs of this size tend to spur a temporary surge in ticket sales, especially when the promotion ties the draw to a cause. We’re seeing a 12 % increase in online ticket purchases in the 24 hours after the announcement.” Whitaker added that the continued double‑rollover could push the jackpot past £10 million by the end of the month, a figure that historically drives record‑breaking sales spikes.
Regulatory Oversight and Responsible Play
The National Lottery’s "Dream Big Play Small" campaign resurfaced in the draw’s YouTube recap, reminding viewers of the "Healthy Play Toolkit" – a suite of resources aimed at preventing problem gambling. The toolkit, accessible via a short link (bit.ly/HealthyPlay‑Toolkit), offers budgeting sheets, self‑exclusion forms, and a hotline staffed by trained counselors.
Under the Gambling Commission’s supervision, every ticket must be bought by someone aged 18 or over and physically located within the United Kingdom or the Isle of Man. Retail outlets and the official mobile app both enforce age verification through ID checks or app‑based authentication.
What’s Next? Upcoming Draws and Jackpot Outlook
The next Lotto draw is slated for Wednesday, 10 September 2025 at 7:45 p.m. BST, maintaining the bi‑weekly rhythm that has become a Saturday‑and‑Wednesday staple since the game’s inception in 1994. If the jackpot rolls over again, it could break the £10 million barrier, a level not surpassed since the record‑setting £19 million jackpot of October 2022.
Meanwhile, the National Lottery will also run a Thunderball draw later on Saturday, offering a top prize of £500,000. That draw, like the Lotto, is subject to the same independent adjudication process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the £7.08 million jackpot roll‑over affect ticket sales?
A larger roll‑over typically boosts sales by 10‑15 % as players chase the bigger prize. Industry data from Insight Gaming shows a 12 % spike in online purchases in the 24 hours after this draw’s results were released.
Who is eligible to play the Lotto?
Players must be 18 years or older and physically located in the United Kingdom or the Isle of Man. Tickets can be bought from authorized retailers or via the official National Lottery mobile app, which verifies age through ID checks.
What is the purpose of the "Summer of Sport 2025" campaign?
The campaign pairs high‑profile draws with community‑focused Good Cause stories, such as the "Red Roses" initiative that supports grassroots women’s football. The aim is to raise participation among girls by 15 % by the end of 2026 while promoting responsible gambling.
How does the independent adjudication process work?
An independent adjudicator, appointed by the Gambling Commission, watches the draw live, ensuring each ball is drawn from a certified machine. The adjudicator also signs off on the post‑draw verification report before results are published.
When is the next Lotto draw and what could the jackpot be?
The next draw takes place on Wednesday, 10 September 2025 at 7:45 p.m. BST. If the jackpot rolls over again, projections suggest it could exceed £10 million, a figure that historically spurs record‑breaking sales.