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When Eurovision came to Harrogate - a look back at the 1982 Grand Final and why France withdrew

  • Eurovision is an annual music contest where participating countries compete for the winning spot each year.
  • The contest’s history shows some countries have frequently finished last or with zero points, affecting their reputation.
  • Norway holds the record for most last-place finishes at 11, including five zero-point results, while Spain also has multiple zero-point last places.
  • After professional juries were introduced in 2009, Latvia became the leading participant to finish last multiple times under this new system.
  • These results highlight the challenges countries face in Eurovision and suggest that finishing in the top ranks remains highly valued.
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When Eurovision came to Harrogate - a look back at 1982 final and 'mediocrity' claim

It was the first time the Eurovision Song Contest had been staged in the north of England - but there was something missing

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When Eurovision came to Harrogate - a look back at the 1982 Grand Final and why France withdrew

It was the first time the Eurovision Song Contest had been staged in the north of England - but there was something missing

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The Scotsman broke the news in Scotland, United Kingdom on Friday, May 9, 2025.
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