Thunder and lightning, it’s getting exciting! It seems we’re heading to a two horse race for the coveted Eurovision 2025 Grand Prix, between Sweden and Austria according to the latest betting odds. Austria has seen a sharp rise in the betting odds over the weekend with its Eurovision act JJ is one of the hot the favorites to clinch the Eurovision trophy along with Sweden’s KAJ.
Alright, let’s dive into the whirlwind of Eurovision 2025 betting odds! With the contest set to electrify Basel, Switzerland, the anticipation is already reaching a fever pitch. According to the latest buzz from Eurovisionworld.com, the odds are proving as dynamic and unpredictable as ever.
Sweden, a Eurovision powerhouse, is currently holding onto the lead with KAJ, but it’s a tight race. The nation’s history in the contest makes them a constant favorite, but will they be able to clinch that record breaking 8th win? The odds are indicating they have a very good chance. Sweden are leading the pack with 23% chances of winning the contest in Basel.
However, Austria is hot on their heels with JJ ‘s ‘Wasted Love’, showing a remarkable surge in the betting odds. The race between Sweden and Austria is very close, and it will be very interesting to see how the odds change as the contest gets closer. Austria has 22% of winning the contest, just 1% behind Sweden.
France, known for its elegant and often powerful entries, is sitting comfortably in third place with Louane‘s ‘Maman‘. This position shows that France is seen as a very strong contender.
Following closely, Israel and the Netherlands are holding their own in fourth and fifth place, respectively, indicating a very competitive top five.
Here’s a quick rundown of the top 10 contenders, according to the current odds (at the time of writing this article):
- Top 10 Eurovision 2025 Betting Odds:
| Country | Percentage of Winning Chances |
|---|---|
| 1.Sweden- KAJ | 23% |
| 2.Austria-JJ | 22% |
| 3.France- Louane | 11% |
| 4.Israel- Yuval Raphael | 8 % |
| 5.Netherlands- Claude | 6% |
| 6.Finland- Erika Vikman | 4% |
| 7.Estonia- Tommy Cash | 3% |
| 8.Belgium- Red Sebastian | 2% |
| 9.Albania- Shkodra Eletronike | 2% |
| 10.Ukraine- Ziferblat | 2% |
Finland, Estonia, and Belgium are also in the top 8 positions, showing that the nordic and surrounding countries are having a very strong showing. The most interesting movement in the odds is Albania climbing to the number 9 spot, and Ukraine falling to number 10. This shows how quickly the odds can change.
The Eurovision Song Contest is known for its surprises, and these odds are just a snapshot of the current predictions. As the participating countries reveal their songs and artists, the betting landscape is sure to shift. Will Sweden secure its eighth victory? Or will another nation rise to claim the coveted title? Only time will tell!
The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest is scheduled to be held on 13, 15 and 17 May at the St.Jakobshalle in Basel, Switzerland.
Source: ESCToday/ Eurovisionworldcom
Photo credit: ORF
