In Pictures: Eurovision acts light up the stage at grand final

Twenty-six competitors were taking part in the grand final in Basel, Switzerland.

Saturday 17 May 2025 22:09 BST

Ziferblat from Ukraine perform the song Bird Of Pray during the grand final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland (Martin Meissner/AP) (AP)

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Outrageous outfits and over-the-top performances have brought the Eurovision Song Contest to life in Switzerland.

UK girl group Remember Monday were among the 26 acts taking part in the grand final of the musical extravaganza in Basel.

Fans brought their own splash of colour to the event as they enjoyed the sunshine in Basel city centre.

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In Pictures: Eurovision acts light up the stage at grand final

Twenty-six competitors were taking part in the grand final in Basel, Switzerland.

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