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The six stars up for BBC Sports Personality of the Year

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Keely Hodgkinson wins Sports Personality of the Year
  • The six-athlete shortlist for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year has been confirmed, with the ceremony scheduled for Thursday, 18 December.
  • Lionesses Hannah Hampton and Chloe Kelly are nominated following their pivotal roles in England's Euro 2025 victory.
  • Red Roses star Ellie Kildunne also made the shortlist for her significant contribution to England's Women's Rugby World Cup triumph, scoring five tries.
  • Hannah Hampton, a goalkeeper, was a standout performer in Euro 2025, saving crucial penalties in the final and later winning the Yashin Trophy.
  • The shortlist is completed by Masters champion Rory McIlroy, darts sensation Luke Littler, and newly-crowned F1 world champion Lando Norris.
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