Welcome to the National News hub where we bring you the most recent updates that matter. Today’s spotlight is on the Thunderball draw that went live on May 3, 2025. If you bought a ticket, you’re probably wondering what the winning numbers were and how the prize money was split. We’ve got the full rundown right here, so you can see if you’ve won and understand the overall payout.
The Saturday Thunderball draw produced the following main numbers: 4, 12, 23, 31, 45, with the Thunderball ball landing on 7. That combination created 182,350 winners across the whole prize table. In total, the draw handed out just under £985,000 in cash. The top prize of £500,000, however, stayed unclaimed because no ticket matched all five main numbers plus the Thunderball.
Here’s how the prize money was divided: the second tier (matching five main numbers) paid out £25,000 to each of the 3 winners. The third tier (four main numbers plus Thunderball) awarded £1,000 to 12 lucky players. The fourth tier (four main numbers) gave £150 to 1,258 winners. The lower tiers, which involve fewer matches, saw payouts ranging from £25 to £10, spread across thousands of tickets. If you matched even a couple of numbers, you likely got a small cash win or a free play voucher.
Thunderball is a popular UK game because the ticket price is low and the chance of winning any prize is relatively high. That’s why you’ll see a large number of winners each draw. Still, it’s good to play responsibly – set a budget, stick to it, and treat the lottery as entertainment rather than a way to make money.
Stay tuned to our National News section for more lottery updates, sports car releases, and other hot topics. We’ll keep breaking down the numbers, explaining the payouts, and giving you the context you need to stay informed. Got a question about today’s draw? Drop a comment and we’ll get back to you. Keep checking back for fresh news, because you never know what the next headline will be.
Saturday's Thunderball draw handed out over £985,000 in prizes across 182,350 winners, but the £500,000 top prize remained unclaimed. Get all the winning numbers, prize amounts, and draw details right here.
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