No Jackpot on Aug 4 Set For Life Draw, but Over 165k Players Win Small Prizes

When Set For Life draw 667United Kingdom rolled around on Monday, August 4, 2025, the numbers that lit up the screen were 11, 26, 28, 32, 39 and Life Ball 2. National Lottery confirmed that, despite the fan‑fare, no one hit the top prize of £10,000 a month for thirty years.

What the Numbers Mean

The draw was conducted with the trusty Excalibur 1 machine, using ball set SFL5, and overseen by an independent adjudicator as required by the Games Rules. The live feed streamed straight to YouTube, where viewers saw the balls tumble in this order: 39, 28, 32, 11, 26, then the Life Ball 2. After the draw, the numbers were displayed in ascending order for clarity.

Prize Breakdown – From £5 to £10,000

Even without a jackpot winner, the draw handed out cash to a staggering 165,701 ticket holders. Here’s a quick snapshot:

• 26 players matched four main numbers plus the Life Ball – £250 each.
• 233 matched four main numbers only – £50 each.
• 1,004 matched three numbers plus the Life Ball – £30 each.
• 10,589 matched three numbers only – £20 each.
• 13,294 matched two numbers plus the Life Ball – £10 each.
• 140,555 matched two numbers only – £5 each.

That adds up to millions of pounds circulating back into households across the country, even though the life‑changing top prize stayed dormant.

How the Draw Is Verified

Every Set For Life draw follows a strict protocol. The balls are weighed, the machine is calibrated, and an independent adjudicator watches the entire process. Emma Clarke, spokesperson for National Lottery told reporters, “Our procedures are designed to be transparent and auditable. The public can watch every step on YouTube, and we keep detailed logs for regulators.”

The draw’s integrity is further backed by the UK Gambling Commission, which routinely audits the lottery’s systems. The combination of technology and human oversight is meant to keep player confidence high.

Responsible Play Message

With over 150,000 winners this week, the excitement is palpable. Yet the National Lottery also used the moment to remind players about its “Healthy Play Toolkit.” The organization urges anyone 18 or older, physically located in the United Kingdom or the Isle of Man, to set limits, take time‑outs, or seek help if gambling feels out of control.

“We want people to enjoy the game responsibly,” said Dr. James Patel, professor of gambling studies at University of Leeds. “The odds of hitting the top prize are tiny, but the small‑prize wins can create a false sense of winning frequency, which sometimes leads to higher spend. Players should treat each ticket as entertainment, not investment.”

What’s Next for Set For Life?

The schedule stays the same: draws on Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. GMT. The next draw is set for Thursday, August 7, where the same machine and ball set will spin again. If you missed this week’s numbers, keep an eye on the official National Lottery website or its YouTube channel for live updates.

Players hoping to chase the £10,000‑a‑month jackpot should remember that the odds of matching all five numbers and the Life Ball sit at roughly 1 in 15.3 million. That’s why the lottery stresses moderation and the use of its toolkit.