Bookies pay out early on Christmas number one

Bookmakers Paddy Power are already paying out on Robbie Williams and Nicole Kidman being number one at Christmas.

The online bookies are convinced the duo's single Somethin' Stupid will top the charts.

The single is currently the 2/5 favourite to top the festive charts.

Paddy Power will pay out again if anyone does manage to overtake Robbie and Nicole in the Christmas charts.

Operations executive Paddy Power said: "As far as we're concerned the race for number one is all but over.

"The fat lady may not be singing just yet but Robbie and Nicole are certainly clearing their throats. Not only do they have undeniable chemistry and good looks - an irresistible combination for all ages - but they are singing a timeless Sinatra tune that takes older generations back whilst younger generations are discovering these classic songs for the first time.

"We appreciate Gordon Haskill has a strong case since his championing from Radio 2, and his odds have plummeted from 33/1 to 6/4, but we feel 'Somethin' Stupid' has all the ingredients for a perfect Christmas Number One."