**UK’s Remember Monday Respond with Good Humour Despite Eurovision ‘Nul Points’**
As confetti fell on Austria’s victory at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, Britain’s representatives Remember Monday captured the hearts of viewers with their sportsmanlike reaction to a less-than-ideal outcome. The all-female trio, taking the stage at Basel’s St Jakobshalle in Switzerland alongside 25 other competitors, faced the disappointment of receiving no points from the public vote—despite a solid jury showing.
Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull, and Charlotte Steele, performing ‘What The Hell Just Happened’, initially seemed in strong contention for a respectable finish after the professional juries awarded them 88 points. Hopes soared for fans back home, but as the tele-vote was revealed, it emerged the UK entry had failed to win a single point from viewers across Europe. Ultimately, their cumulative score put them 19th out of 26; a result that could easily have dampened spirits.
Remarkably, the group’s upbeat post-show conduct drew widespread praise on social media platforms. Rather than succumbing to disappointment, Remember Monday were seen smiling, laughing, and gesturing to the crowd—who responded with generous applause. Their actions gave rise to a wave of admiration, with fans describing it as the “perfect response” to such a let-down.
One supporter, posting the jubilant moment on X, said, “Well done girls. The perfect response.” Others bemoaned the result as “criminal” and “outrageous”, but expressed pride in the group’s display of resilience and positivity on the Eurovision stage. As is often the case following the annual spectacle, discussion turned both defensive and introspective regarding the UK’s recent record in the contest.
Some fans took to social media to speculate about the cause of the poor public vote, with claims that the country’s continued Eurovision struggles stem from Brexit-era tensions. One user quipped, “Hey, don’t worry! It’s just because you left the EU. Please come back,” while another offered a more sombre perspective, stating, “UK turned into a very unlikeable place – that is just a fact, unfortunately.” There was even debate about the format, with calls for the public vote to be reconsidered after another disappointing outcome.
Elsewhere on the night, Austria’s JJ emerged as the clear winner with the song ‘Wasted Love’, garnering enough support to clinch the coveted Eurovision trophy. Israel’s entrant finished as runner-up, a result that drew its own share of controversy and divided opinions on social media.
Addressing the crowd after his win, Austria’s Johannes Pietsch expressed gratitude to his family, team, and the European audience, saying, “Thank you so much for making my dreams come true.” Supporters took to social media en masse to celebrate the victory: “Well done Austria,” wrote one, reflecting the widespread sense of relief and jubilation for the winning nation.
Despite the defeat, Remember Monday continued to receive accolades from British Eurovision followers. Many insisted the trio were winners in their eyes, praising both their musical performance and their infectious energy on stage. “Oh girls, you smashed it. That was stunning and your joy on stage was infectious,” commented one viewer, while another labelled the group’s offering “the best so far—could be biased”.
However, not all reactions were light-hearted; some lamented the result and questioned the fairness of the outcome. “Our girls were robbed. Crazy public voting. Zero points for us and Switzerland. Two of the best songs,” summed up the sentiments of several UK fans.
As the Eurovision dust settles, what remains undisputed is the respect gained by Remember Monday for their dignified and upbeat response. Their ability to rise above the public snub has received widespread approval, reflecting the Eurovision spirit of camaraderie and showmanship—even in the face of setbacks.