When The National Lottery held Lotto draw number 3091London on Wednesday night, the £5.3 million jackpot vanished without a winner. The draw, streamed live at 8:00 pm BST, featured ball set 3 in the Lotto 2 machine and was overseen by an independent adjudicator.
Background: The Road to the 189th Double Rollover
This wasn’t the first time the prize pool has swelled; it marked the 189th double‑rollover in the history of the UK National Lottery and the 1,328th cumulative rollover since the game began. A double‑rollover means the jackpot has survived two consecutive draws without a six‑number match, a pattern that tends to stoke ticket sales as the prize climbs.
Earlier this month, on 2 August 2025, the same Organisation rolled over £4,007,837 from the Saturday draw, where the winning combination was 1, 5, 10, 30, 33, 50 with bonus 56. Analysts had estimated that the Wednesday jackpot would hover around £7 million before the numbers were announced, but the final pool settled at £5,302,085 after the roll‑over from the previous draw was added.
What Happened on 6 August 2025 – Numbers and Draw Details
The six main numbers came out in the order 17, 47, 58, 31, 9, 5, followed by bonus ball 35. In ascending order the draw read 5, 9, 17, 31, 47, 58 – a spread that, oddly enough, favored lower‑frequency numbers like 5 and 9. No ticket matched all six numbers, and none hit the five‑plus‑bonus combination that would have unlocked the £1 million second‑tier prize.
Because no one clinched the top two tiers, the prize money was redistributed down the ladder. The same event also featured the Thunderball draw, where the numbers 2, 3, 19, 27, 38 and thunderball 11 were selected. That side game offers a £500,000 top prize for a £1 stake.
Prize Breakdown – Who Won What
- Match 5 (no bonus): 53 tickets each took home £1,750, totalling £92,750.
- Match 4: 3,559 winners received £140 each, amounting to £498,260.
- Match 3: 79,569 tickets earned £30 each, for a combined £2,387,070.
- Match 2: 715,224 players were handed a free Lucky Dip for a future draw.
All together, 798,405 tickets collected £2,978,080 in cash prizes. The jackpot, now a £5,302,085 roll‑over, will sit on the table for the next draw, scheduled for Saturday 9 August 2025 at the same time.
Player Reaction and Responsible Gaming Message
"It's disappointing not to see a winner, but the excitement of a growing prize keeps the game alive," said Sophie Bennett, communications director at The National Lottery. Bennett added that the Organisation continues to promote responsible play, reminding fans that two millionaires are created each week on average, but that gambling should stay fun.
Players can set daily or weekly spend limits, take a timeout, or receive reminder messages through the official National Lottery app. All prizes must be claimed by 5:30 pm GMT on 2 February 2026, otherwise the funds revert to the prize pool.
What’s Next? The Upcoming Draw and Its Stakes
With the jackpot now sitting above £5 million, analysts predict ticket sales will surge on the next Saturday draw. The Organisation has already confirmed that the same ball set and adjudication process will be used, ensuring continuity and fairness.
Stakeholders – from retailers to online platforms – are gearing up for what could be the first win after a double‑rollover in over a year. If the numbers fall in the same range as this week’s draw, the odds of a jackpot win remain roughly 1 in 45 million, according to the National Lottery’s published statistics.
Thunderball – The Side‑Bet That Also Played Out
Thunderball, the supplementary draw that runs alongside Lotto, handed out a £500,000 top prize on the same night. While the odds of hitting the Thunderball jackpot sit at 1 in 7 million, the lower cost per line (just £1) makes it an attractive add‑on for many players.
The winning Thunderball numbers – 2, 3, 19, 27, 38 and thunderball 11 – were also announced by the same adjudicator, reinforcing the Organisation’s commitment to transparency across both games.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I claim a prize from the 6 August draw?
Winners must submit a claim form either online via the National Lottery website or in person at an authorised retailer. Cash prizes under £500 can be collected instantly at a shop, while larger amounts require a bank transfer. All claims must be lodged before 5:30 pm GMT on 2 February 2026, otherwise the winnings revert to the prize pool.
What are the odds of winning the jackpot in the next draw?
The odds of matching all six main numbers remain 1 in 45,057,474. That figure hasn’t changed despite the roll‑over; the jackpot size merely reflects the accumulated prize fund when no one hits the winning combination.
What does a double‑rollover mean for players?
A double‑rollover indicates the jackpot has survived two consecutive draws without a winner. Historically, such builds tend to attract more tickets, as the larger prize creates a stronger lure. However, the odds of winning stay the same; only the potential payout grows.
Are there any new responsible‑gaming tools available?
Yes. The National Lottery recently rolled out a "Play‑Safe" dashboard within its app, letting users set daily spend limits, receive weekly activity summaries, or temporarily suspend their account for up to 30 days. The feature is free and can be activated at any time.
How does Thunderball differ from the main Lotto game?
Thunderball uses a separate pool of five numbers plus a single "Thunderball" number, drawn from a different machine. The cost per line is £1, compared with £2 for a Lotto line, and the top prize is £500,000, which is fixed regardless of roll‑overs. The odds of hitting the Thunderball jackpot are roughly 1 in 7 million, lower than Lotto’s jackpot odds but higher than most other UK lottery games.
