Eurovision fans have shown their appreciation for Denmark after the Danish delegation offered a seat to the UK's isolated act, Sam Battle, known as Look Mum No Computer, during the Jury Show ahead of the grand final in Vienna. The gesture came as Sam appeared alone in the Green Room, prompting praise for the Danish team's kindness.
Denmark's Kindness Shines
In a clip shared on X by user Tom Cross, Sam, 37, is seen sitting alone before a Danish delegate approaches and invites him to join their table. Sam gladly accepts, squeezing onto the crowded sofa. Fans criticized the UK's Head of Delegation for leaving Sam isolated during a critical moment when jury points are awarded.
Tom Cross wrote: 'Sorry but if I was Head of Delegation for the UK I wouldn't have my act sitting on his own at the top of the Jury show (when points matter) and them having to be adopted by lovely Denmark after the flag parade. Thank you to the Danes. Sam we support you…'
Fan Reactions
Users expressed outrage at the UK delegation. Neal Paull said he was 'appalled' by the BBC's handling, while Gus R.S. called the situation 'so sad!!' and added, 'I hope he's not feeling lonely or excluded. I'm glad the Danish delegation adopted him!' Matt agreed: 'There should be no reason the delegation abandoned Sam like that.' Jonas described it as 'an absolute mess,' and gatordawg noted how 'roughly' Sam has been treated throughout Eurovision.
Earlier reports indicated that Sam's song, Eins, Zwei Drei, received no applause at the Media Centre in Vienna. The electronic artist was announced as the UK's 2026 entrant in February after a spontaneous pitch to the BBC. He told the BBC: 'I was at the pub with my friend Johnny, and we were saying, “Wouldn’t it be funny to try and do Eurovision?” And the BBC said, “Oh, he seems interesting. Why not email us a song?”' The song was completed in 12 hours.
Opinions on the entry are divided, with some calling it 'atrocious' and others 'genius.' Bookmakers give the UK odds of 100/1. The UK last won in 1997 with Katrina and the Waves' Love Shine a Light. Sam remains optimistic, hoping for points from Germany due to the German lyrics. The grand final airs tonight on BBC One at 8pm.
