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Why Is the Ballon d’Or Gala Delayed? The Reason the Awards Presentation Will Be 45 Minutes Later
Organisers pushed the start back after traffic in central London and a leaked results post on the official Ballon d'Or website was deleted.
- Heavy traffic forced a 30-minute delay for The Ballon ceremony at the London Palladium, pushing the 8pm GMT start time back to ensure guests could arrive at the British venue.
- Organisers moved the gala from Paris to London for the first time in The Ballon's 70-year history, honoring the anniversary of Stanley Matthews winning the inaugural award.
- Harry Kane remains the favourite to become the first English winner since Michael Owen in 2001, while Mbappe and Yamal are considered chief threats after excelling in the World Cup, Champions League, and Liga.
- Congestion on London streets delayed the arrival of main guests, prompting Organisers from France Football to postpone proceedings; Kane had not yet arrived by 8:45 p.m.
- The ceremony delay continues a chaotic build-up for the event; earlier, the official website seemingly leaked results, though Organisers have not confirmed the outcome as anticipation builds.
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