Eurovision 2025 Final Features 26 Countries in Basel, Switzerland

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 grand final takes place in Basel, Switzerland, with 37 countries competing, including the UK’s Remember Monday and the Netherlands’ Claude performing "C'est La Vie." The event follows two semi-finals aired earlier in the week, hosted by Swiss stars Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer, who will be joined by Michelle Hunziker for the grand final. Brugger is a comedian with notable awards, Studer is a former Eurovision performer from 1991, and Hunziker is a seasoned presenter known across Europe. The contest has seen controversy, including protests disrupting the Israeli entrant’s dress rehearsal and the Netherlands’ prior disqualification incident in 2024. Notable contenders this year include Sweden’s KAJ, France’s Louane, Austria’s JJ, and the Netherlands’ Claude, who was selected through a rigorous process following last year’s challenges. The final is broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with extensive coverage by BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.