A MYSTERY Lotto winner from Hampshire, known only as Mr. D, has become a millionaire without ever touching a ticket.

The lucky man scooped £1m in the Lotto Millionaire Raffle draw on Wednesday, 27 December after he played Lotto through national-lottery.co.uk and became one of over eight million winners that win each week on The National Lottery’s range of games.

The winner plans to make a series of home improvements with his winnings.

Andy Carter, senior winners’ advisor at The National Lottery, said, “Huge congratulations to Mr. D for winning this fantastic prize without even touching a ticket.

"After a few simple clicks he 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.”

Online, interactive winners have their numbers automatically checked for them and are also notified via email if they have won. They also have the opportunity to release their name, remain anonymous or like this winner, release some details through partial publicity.