Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.
Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision Eurovision 2026 has come to a close, with Bulgaria crowned winner and Israel in second place after a nail-biting public vote.
The UK finished last after receiving no points in the public vote, and history was made by Ukraine's entry for holding the contest's longest ever note.
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