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UK’s Eurovision 2025 Hopefuls, Remember Monday, Face Uphill Battle
UK Eurovision 2025 act Remember Monday face a significant setback as oddsmakers suggest they are more likely to end up at the bottom of the leaderboard than secure a victory. The country-pop trio, scheduled to perform in tonight’s grand final, are given long odds by bookmakers, casting a pall over British hopes for their first win in nearly three decades.
Hopes Dwindling For UK Victory
As they prepare to deliver their performance in Basel at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, their aspirations to bring home the coveted glass microphone and restore Britain’s standing in the competition appear slim.
- Ladbrokes places Remember Monday at a distant 66/1 for a win on Saturday (May 17) evening.
- The likelihood of a last-place finish is recognized at just 3/1.
- The odds of receiving zero points (nul points) stand at 12/1.
The group, comprised of Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull, and Charlotte Steele, are set to perform a live rendition of their song “What The Hell Just Happened?” to a global audience.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes commented on their chances, stating: “Remember Monday need nothing short of a miracle to cause an upset in Switzerland tonight, if the latest odds are anything to go by.”
A Long Wait for Eurovision Glory
It has been a considerable period since the UK last held the Eurovision title. Katrina and the Waves brought home the victory 27 years ago with “Love Shine A Light” during the 1997 contest in Dublin. The creators of the smash hit “Walking on Sunshine” achieved an impressive 78.82% of the total votes available, marking it as the third-highest in the history of the current Eurovision voting system. The UK’s past successes at Eurovision have fueled some optimism for Remember Monday ahead of tonight’s grand final.
Katrina’s Perspective on Political Voting
Katrina, the band’s American-born lead vocalist, has openly discussed the low expectations often set due to political factors. In her interview on Virgin Radio last year, Katrina noted: “Everybody said, ‘Don’t get your hopes up… the UK can never win. Because of political voting, the UK can never win.'”
Mixed Reactions to Semi-Final Performance
As the nation anticipates a possible Eurovision surprise tonight, reactions were notably split following the group’s semi-final performance earlier in the week. Fans took to social media platforms to share their opinions after the show.
Social Media Reactions
- One viewer posted on X, lamenting: “Can honestly say that the #UnitedKingdom will not win #Eurovision with this screeching effort.”
- Another critic bluntly stated: “the uk is not good,” while another was puzzled by the act, commenting: “The UK entry is just weird and confusing. Too many stops and rhythm changes. You think it’s going to be a euro pop bop and then it just stops. Not #Eurovision friendly.”
Despite facing some criticism, there are many admirers of the song who are keen to see how the group performs. “I honestly, as a Brit who’s fully accepted the criticism we’ve received previously, do not understand the hate Remember Monday and their performance just now. Any other country sending that mega trio would be showered in love. All the haters can go have a breather…,” expressed one devoted fan of the competition.
Another supporter took to social media to declare: “Remember Monday could WIN THIS WHOLE THING. INCREDIBLE. Perfection in the arena!” Remember Monday initially gained public attention on The Voice UK, after which the BBC internally selected them to represent the UK at Eurovision 2025.
Remember Monday’s Background
The trio, who have been friends since their sixth form days, are making history as the first all-female group to represent the UK since Precious in 1999 with their song “Say It Again.” Remember Monday are no strangers to performing, as all three members have worked on the West End stage.
- Holly has appeared in productions of Phantom Of The Opera and Les Miserables.
- Charlotte made her West End debut at the age of ten as Jane Banks in Mary Poppins.
- Lauren has starred in Six: The Musical and Matilda, contributing to the group’s impressive theatrical experience.
The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 will be broadcast on BBC One at 8pm on Saturday, May 17.