Eurovision 2025 Grand Final is taking place live in Basel, Switzerland – May 17, 2025
The stage is set, the lights are dazzling, and the excitement is palpable as the 69th Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand finale tonight in Basel, Switzerland. With 26 countries vying for the coveted glass microphone trophy, the competition promises to be one of the most unpredictable in recent years.
The Favourites to Win
Leading the pack, according to bookmakers, is Sweden’s KAJ, a Finnish comedy troupe representing their Scandinavian neighbour. Their song, Bara Bada Bastu, is an accordion-led tribute to sauna culture, complete with a mock sauna on stage. Despite its novelty appeal, Sweden has a 39% chance of winning, making them the frontrunners.
Hot on their heels is Austria’s JJ, a classically trained opera singer turned pop sensation. His emotional ballad, Wasted Love, has captivated audiences with its soaring vocals and dramatic staging, earning him a 22% chance of victory.
France’s Louane, performing Maman, is also in contention, though her chances stand at 8%. The Netherlands’ Claude (C’est La Vie) and Finland’s Erika Vikman (Ich Komme) round out the top five favourites, with 6% and 4% chances, respectively.
The UK’s Bid for Glory
Representing the United Kingdom is Remember Monday, a country-pop trio performing What the Hell Just Happened?. While their theatrical performance has drawn praise, the UK remains an outsider in the betting odds, with bookmakers giving them 50/1 to win.
A Night of Surprises?
Eurovision is known for its unpredictability, and while Sweden may be the favourite, history has shown that the public vote can turn the tide. With millions tuning in across Europe and beyond, the final decision rests in the hands of viewers and national juries.
Will Sweden’s sauna-themed spectacle triumph, or will Austria’s heartfelt ballad steal the show? The answer will be revealed tonight as the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 crowns its champion.
Stay tuned for live updates as the results unfold!
