A WOMAN from Essex has won £1 million in the EuroMillions draw - without even touching a ticket.

The lucky woman scooped the life-changing prize of £1,000,000 in the EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker draw on Friday.

The woman, known only as Ms S played EuroMillions through national-lottery.co.uk.

Andy Carter, Senior Winners’ Advisor at The National Lottery, said, “Huge congratulations to Ms S for winning this fantastic prize without even touching a ticket – after a few simple clicks she has become a millionaire! With many people leading busy lives, playing online is becoming increasingly popular.

"It means you can make sure your lucky numbers are always in the draw and your ticket is always checked.”

Every week EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker guarantees to create four millionaires – two on Tuesday and two on Friday.