Eurovision Song Contest Results 2025: Austria Wins With Electrifying Ballad
Austria has won the 69th edition of Eurovision, topping a dramatic night filled with powerful performances, unexpected twists, and heated protests. The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest results stunned fans across Europe and beyond, as JJ’s operatic-meets-electronic anthem “Wasted Love” took the crown.
Austria’s JJ Steals the Show
JJ, a classically trained counter-tenor from Vienna, earned 436 points to secure Austria’s third-ever win. His soaring vocals and emotional storytelling resonated with both juries and the public. After the win, JJ thanked fans and urged the world to “spread more love.”
Austria previously won with Conchita Wurst (2014) and Udo Jürgens (1966). With the 2026 contest now expected in Vienna, Austria takes center stage once again.
Top 5 Eurovision Song Contest Results
Here are the top five rankings from this year’s final in Basel, Switzerland:
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- Austria – JJ, Wasted Love – 436 points
- Israel – Yuval Raphael, New Day Will Rise – 357 points
- Estonia – Tommy Cash, Espresso Macchiato – 356 points
- Sweden – KAJ, Bara Bada Bastu
- Italy – Lucio Corsi, Volevo Essere Un Duro
UK’s Eurovision Entry Falls Flat Again
The UK’s streak of poor performances continued. Girl group Remember Monday performed the theatrical What The Hell Just Happened? but finished 19th, earning zero public votes for the second consecutive year.
Despite strong vocals and staging, the entry failed to connect with audiences. UK fans watched in disappointment as their act dropped down the scoreboard.
Israel’s Controversial Performance and Protests
Israel, represented by Yuval Raphael, briefly led the vote count after a massive 297-point public vote boost. But controversy surrounded the performance, including a paint-throwing incident and multiple pro-Palestinian protests in Basel.
Raphael, a survivor of the October 7 Hamas attack, remained composed throughout, delivering a heartfelt performance that ultimately placed second overall.
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Crowd Favorites and Fan Moments
Some fan favorites failed to meet expectations, including:
- Switzerland’s Zoë Më, who scored zero in the public vote after a strong jury showing.
- Finland’s Erika Vikman, whose bold anthem Ich Komme earned 11th place.
- Malta’s Miriana Conte, who rewrote lyrics for Serving Kant but finished 17th.
Meanwhile, Estonia’s Tommy Cash delivered the night’s quirkiest performance, earning 3rd with a disco ode to espresso and spaghetti.
From Saunas to Ballads: The Wildest Performances
Eurovision 2025 didn’t disappoint in creativity:
- Sweden’s KAJ performed in front of a fake sauna.
- France’s Louane delivered a powerful ballad about her late mother.
- Italy’s Lucio Corsi played a live harmonica solo — a Eurovision first since 1998.
- Finland’s Erika Vikman rode a giant golden microphone that sprayed sparks.
No Triple Crown: Eurovision Voting Shake-Up
With Sovereignty, the 2025 Derby winner, absent, the public vote played a huge role. The final tally was chaotic, with 13 countries receiving 12 points from juries. But it was Austria’s final tally that sealed the win.
Switzerland, once second, was shockingly dropped to 10th after receiving zero public points.
What’s Next for Eurovision?
With the 2026 event likely headed to Vienna, fans can expect more drama, stunning vocals, and political undertones. JJ’s win marks a return to Eurovision’s emotional roots — proving that sometimes, love really does conquer all.
What did you think of the Eurovision Song Contest results this year? Did your favorite act make the top five?
More…
- https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crk2nrkv830o
- https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/may/18/eurovision-song-contest-winner-2025
- https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c15nq75274qo
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