What happens if Australia wins Eurovision? Will Song Contest take place outside of Europe?

While Finnish duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen remain the frontrunners for the trophy, Ms Goodrem has become their closest opponent, according to bookmakers everywhere.

The surge in popularity represents Australia's strongest position in the competition since Dami Im finished runner-up in 2016. But what would happen if they actually win?

What happens if Australia wins Eurovision? Will the competition take place outside Europe?

For Eurovision fans thinking a win for Ms Goodrem would result in a sun-soaked getaway Down Under, they're in for some bad news.

Should Goodrem triumph on Sunday, Australia would not be hosting the 2027 contest.

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has confirmed that logistical challenges and the considerable expense of staging the event in the southern hemisphere rule out an Australian host city.

Instead, another nation would step in to organise the competition on Australia's behalf.

When the EBU first permitted Australian participation in 2015, the arrangement reportedly included a condition that victory would not bring hosting rights.

BBC commentator Graham Norton recently revealed that Australia negotiates arrangements with potential host countries each year in case of a win.

Speaking on the podcast Wanging On, Norton said former Australian commentator Joel Creasey had told him deals are made annually, though the specific countries involved remain undisclosed.

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Other countries stepping in for victorious entrees isn't a new thing, with the United Kingdom acting as Ukraine's stand-in in 2022.

With Vladimir Putin's war making a 2023 contest in Kyiv unviable, Liverpool played host after Sam Ryder finished as runner-up the previous year.

Vienna, this year's host city, bears special significance for Ms Goodrem and Australia at Eurovision, however.

Australia first entered Eurovision in 2015 as a special invitation to mark the competition's 60th anniversary and that inaugural appearance also took place in Vienna, with Guy Sebastian finishing fifth.

Should Ms Goodrem emerge victorious, it would be a poignant moment given the city's significance to Australia's Eurovision presence.

Australian entries have struggled in the Song Contest in recent years, with the country failing to qualify for the grand final in both 2024 and 2025.

However, judging by fans' reactions following Ms Goodrem's semi-final performance, it looks like 2026 may be the year the country's fortunes change.

"I'll just say that this is incredible and nothing more about #Eurovision. Congratulations Delta Goodrem," one X user put.

A second praised: "This is giving winner. This is giving guest performer. This is giving Delta f**king Goodrem. Guys, Australia might have finally done it #Eurovision."

And another concurred: "The fact Delta Goodrem fought to get her voice back after losing it years ago and NOW she’s on the Eurovision stage?!?! F**KING AMAZING!!!"

"Australia was so phenomenal that I’ve forgotten how to type. Honestly, out of this world. Delta Goodrem - you are EVERYTHING #Eurovision #Eclipse," a fourth similarly lauded.

Ahead of Saturday's grand finale, bookmakers have Australia (4/1) narrowly behind favourites Finland (5/6). Greece (11/1), Israel (11/1), and Romania (14/1) are also priced as outside punts.

But given the influx of recent support for Ms Goodrem, betting experts at Gambling.com think that momentum could spell victory for Australia.

Dean Ryan, Betting Expert at Gambling.com, said: "Delta Goodrem surging from mid-table obscurity to second favourite overnight was a huge unforeseen surge for Australia's chances heading into Saturday's final.

"The public money has consistently piled onto Finland as the runaway favourite, but bettors have found their next best just in time for the big night.

"Australia's Delta Goodrem is the classic example of a rehearsal-week mover, her odds have shortened dramatically off the back of smart staging and a knock out performance, and that kind of momentum can carry right through to the final."