The National Lottery selected the winning numbers for its Saturday, October 3, 2026 draw. The event offered players a staggering £2 million Lotto jackpot alongside a separate £500,000 Thunderball top prize. Millions of ticket holders across the United Kingdom tuned in to check if their selections matched the official results.
Saturday Lotto Draw Results
Organizers conducted the official Lotto draw at 8:00 p.m. using an updated two-round system. Under this modern format, players enter both main rounds automatically with a single ticket. This provides two distinct prize opportunities per draw night.
The round one winning numbers were:
- 15
- 37
- 39
- 42
- 46
- 53
- Bonus Ball: 33
The round two winning numbers produced a completely separate set:
- 5
- 11
- 12
- 44
- 52
- 54
- Bonus Ball: 1
Thunderball Winning Numbers
Shortly after the main Lotto game concluded, the evening’s Thunderball draw took place at 8:15 p.m. Players competing for the £500,000 top prize needed to match five main numbers plus the dedicated Thunderball.
The winning Thunderball numbers for Saturday, October 3, 2026, were:
- 15
- 19
- 20
- 30
- 35
- Thunderball: 2
How to Check Your National Lottery Tickets
Participants who purchased tickets for the Saturday draws can verify their numbers online. They can use the official National Lottery website or the mobile app. Ticket holders can quickly scan their physical slips or digital entries to see a complete prize breakdown. This includes the exact number of winners across all tiers and the total prize money paid out.
“The dual-round format continues to give participants double the excitement and multiple pathways to secure life-changing prizes every Wednesday and Saturday night.”
All winners should sign the back of their physical tickets and check claim deadlines. Prizes must typically be claimed within 180 days from the day of the draw. If you believe you have won the £2 million jackpot or a major share, contact National Lottery operator Camelot or the current licensee to start the validation process.
