{"title":"BBC Sports Personality of the Year Odds | Betano","description":"The 2026 BBC Sports Personality of the Year is almost upon us. 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So, keep reading to learn about your \u003cstrong\u003eSPOTY betting\u003c/strong\u003e options at Betano Sportsbook.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eIntroduction to BBC Sports Personality of the Year\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFirst broadcast in 1954, BBC Sports Personality of the Year has stood as one of the most prestigious celebrations of British sport, evolving into a flagship moment of the winter schedule.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAt the heart of SPOTY is the iconic award, voted for by the public, which honours the athlete whose achievements, impact, and character have captured the nation.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe SPOTY ceremony now holds awards that recognise British sport at all levels. Categories such as Team of the Year, Coach of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, Helen Rollason Award, and Unsung Hero Award all celebrate what it means to be a part of British sport.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe show itself has now become a sporting spectacle, moving from small studios to major arenas such as the NEC in Birmingham, Manchester’s MediaCity, and Aberdeen’s P\u0026amp;J Live. It draws live audiences in their thousands to revisit the defining moments of the sporting year.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eOver the years, Emma Raducanu, Lewis Hamilton, Andy Murray, Mo Farah, and Geraint Thomas have made the honours list.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWhen is Sports Personality of the Year?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eSPOTY will take place in December, with the exact date yet to be confirmed. It will run from 7pm to 9pm BST and be available to watch live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRecent Winners of SPOTY\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRory McIlroy was the deserved winner of the Sports Personality of the Year award in 2025 after completing the career Grand Slam with his win at August National earlier in the year. He became the first golfer since Nick Faldo in 1989 to win the prize, highlighting the significance of his achievement.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eKeely Hodgkinson was the SPOTY winner in 2024 after winning 800m gold in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. She became the first athletics star to win the award since Mo Farah in 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe 2023 and 2022 awards went to England Lionesses Mary Earps and Beth Mead, respectively, for their achievements in the game. Before that, Emma Raducanu was honoured in 2021 for her incredible US Open tennis victory, while Lewis Hamilton secured his second SPOTY award in 2020 for his achievements on the track.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWho is the Favourite to Win Sports Personality of the Year?\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eYou can check the latest odds for this year’s SPOTY award at the top of this page. The recipient must be British or reside and play most of their sport in the United Kingdom to be considered for the award. As of this year, there has never been a non-British winner.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAmong the favourites might be Formula One’s new poster boy, Lando Norris, who finished third in 2025. If he has another great season, he could follow in Lewis Hamilton’s steps and secure the SPOTY award in the coming years.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eTeenage darts sensation Luke Littler is another who will surely win a SPOTY award at some stage of his career. Littler finished second to Keely Hodgkinson in 2024.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eSports Personality of the Year Betting Tips \u0026amp; Insights\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eSports Personality of the Year 2026\u003c/strong\u003e on the horizon, here are some tips and insights that will help inform your betting strategy:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eTeam success boosts individual chances to win SPOTY. 2026 is a World Cup year, so if England do well in the tournament, we might see Harry Kane and other stars nominated for the award.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eYouthful and relatable figures tend to perform strongly, so consider young and emerging stars in various sports as value selections.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSPOTY voters are strongly influenced by defining moments, like completing a career Grand Slam (McIlroy), winning high-pressure matches and dramatic wins.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRemember to monitor upcoming events that could boost or undermine chances.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eHow to Bet on Sports Personality of the Year at Betano\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eYou can \u003cstrong\u003ebet on Sports Personality of the Year\u003c/strong\u003e by creating an account today at \u003ca href=\"https://www.betano.co.uk/\"\u003eBetano\u003c/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://www.betano.co.uk/en-gb/sports\"\u003eSportsbook\u003c/a\u003e. Visit our homepage, click the “Sign Up” button, and complete the registration form.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThen, visit our \u003ca href=\"https://www.betano.co.uk/en-gb/offer\"\u003ebetting offers\u003c/a\u003e page and make your first deposit. With funds in your account, you can decide how much to stake and which bets to place.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003ePlease remember to gamble responsibly when \u003ca href=\"https://www.betano.co.uk/en-gb/sports/22889\"\u003ebetting on TV Shows\u003c/a\u003e like SPOTY at Betano. For more information, visit our Safer Gambling Portal to learn how to use responsible gambling tips to control your expenditure.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e"}]}