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This year there are 42 countries competing with the first of the 2 semi-finals commencing on May 10th to determine who makes up the 26 competing countries in the final on May 14th.
As it stands Russia are the clear cut favourites with betting agencies to take out the event followed by Ukraine and France.
Would like to hear from other interested members of their thoughts and opinions ... and whether there are any "sleepers" to watch out for ?
On a sad note ... Terry Wogan the respected and popular BBC commentator who had hosted the show for many years, passed away earlier this year due to Cancer. Although he gave up commentating on the show a number of years ago due to frustrations with the apparent political and neighbour voting biases. His witty dry humour will always be remembered for giving the show added interest.
R.I.P Terry Wogan