Torrente, a town in Valencia, was the site of Spain's latest National Lottery jackpot: ticket number 26246 won 1.5 million euros in the September draw. It was the weekend's largest prize, bringing a sudden windfall to local residents.
Other prizes followed. Number 22443 won the second prize, worth 300,000 euros per series. The third prize, 150,000 euros per series, went to 25481. Twelve more five-digit numbers each received 75,000 euros per series, including 62862 and 76220; 51467 was another winner. Smaller prizes for numbers from two through four digits also went to thousands of ticket holders across Spain.
The September 2026 Extraordinary National Lottery draw in Madrid had a total prize pool of 105 million euros. It awarded 37,555 prizes per series and 375,550 overall. The draw also included 12 prizes of 75,000 euros per series and 40 prizes of 3,750 euros per series. Another 1,100 prizes were worth 750 euros per series, while 5,000 prizes paid 300 euros per series. Spanish press coverage from 4 and 5 September 2026 widely discussed these figures and the distribution of winnings across the country.
Winners can claim prizes under 2,000 euros at any lottery office by presenting their ticket. Larger amounts must be collected at BBVA or CaixaBank branches, where winners need to complete paperwork and pass identity checks. For prizes over 40,000 euros, a 20 percent tax applies to the amount above that threshold, reducing the final payout.
Many players received a small consolation through "reintegros," refunds for tickets ending in 3, 6 or 5 that return the original 15 euro stake. The next draw is set for Thursday, 10 September, with a top prize of 300,000 euros per series. Tickets cost 3 euros.
El Confidencial notes that the September draw reflects the ongoing popularity of Spain's National Lottery. Clear rules for claiming prizes and paying taxes help maintain public trust as prize amounts grow. For Torrente, the weekend's result shows how quickly the lottery can change a community's fortunes. Tax and collection rules tightly regulate the process, with the stated aim of keeping it transparent and accessible.
