Eurovision controversies: From starting a revolution to forgetting lines

The competition has been caught up in politics, voting issues and boycotts throughout the more than 60 years
Eurovision controversies: From starting a revolution to forgetting lines

Maneskin, who won Eurovision in 2021 (Picture: Ian West/PA)

The Eurovision Song Contest is primarily a competition for the best track but has been dogged by controversies since its inception in 1956.

The competition has been caught up in politics, voting issues and boycotts throughout the more than 60 years.

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