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Lando Norris: F1 Champion and SPOTY Nominee Facts

Discover 13 essential facts about Lando Norris, the 2025 F1 World Champion and BBC Sports Personality of the Year contender. From his record-breaking season to his life off the track.

Ellie Kildunne: 13 Facts About the SPOTY Nominee

Everything you need to know about England rugby hero Ellie Kildunne, from her World Cup triumph and awards to her personal life and net worth. Discover the story behind the SPOTY contender.

BBC SPOTY 2025: Who Should Win? Our Verdict

Rory McIlroy, Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Lando Norris, Luke Littler and Ellie Kildunne vie for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality award. We analyse each nominee and reveal our pick for the winner.

McIlroy's Historic Year Makes Him SPOTY 2025 Favourite

After winning the Masters to complete his career Grand Slam and leading Europe to Ryder Cup glory, Rory McIlroy is the overwhelming favourite for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. Vote now!

Kildunne's SPOTY nod a landmark for women's rugby

England rugby star Ellie Kildunne's historic BBC Sports Personality of the Year nomination could propel the women's game to new heights. Discover how her World Cup win is changing the sport.

BBC orders all staff to complete antisemitism training

Outgoing BBC director-general Tim Davie has mandated compulsory antisemitism training for all employees following accusations of ignored complaints from over 200 Jewish staff. Staff have six months to complete the course.

Victoria's Flawed Voting System Faces Scrutiny

Victoria remains Australia's only state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system that allows backroom deals to decide elections. Discover the push for reform and who stands to gain or lose.

Teen's Alabama voting map becomes state law

An 18-year-old student's redistricting map, created using free software, has been adopted by an Alabama court to remedy Voting Rights Act violations. Discover how citizen mapmaking is transforming democracy.

BBC SPOTY 2025 Introduces Live Voting Twist

Gabby Logan reveals a brand new live public vote for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025, putting fans in control. The show airs 18th December on BBC One.

Rory McIlroy Tipped for BBC SPOTY Glory

Northern Irish golf sensation Rory McIlroy emerges as strong favourite for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 following remarkable Ryder Cup performance and consistent excellence.

McIlroy skips BBC SPOTY for Masters focus

Northern Irish golf sensation Rory McIlroy declines BBC Sports Personality of the Year attendance, prioritising Masters preparation and Ryder Cup commitments over awards ceremony.

Voting linked to longer life, study finds

New research shows participating in elections significantly reduces mortality risk, with non-voters facing 19% higher chance of premature death regardless of political affiliation.

California election chaos as voting overhaul backfires

Deep in rural California, Shasta County's controversial decision to eliminate electronic voting machines has created an election administration nightmare, with counting delays and legal battles threatening democratic integrity.

BBC presenter leaves after controversial Ferguson interview

Veteran BBC broadcaster Charles Nove has left his position after conducting a contentious interview with Sarah, Duchess of York about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about editorial standards at the corporation.

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