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Ukraine wins 2016 Eurovision Song Contest

Ukraine has been crowned the winner of the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest with the song '1944', performed by Jamala.

Australia, invited to appear in the competition for a second time having appeared in 2015 as a "one-off", came second, with Russia taking third place.

The UK came in 24th place, out of 26, with 'You're not alone' sung by Joe and Jake.

This year's competition took place in Stockholm and was watched by millions of viewers around the world.

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Fans arrive in Stockholm for Eurovision Song Contest

Fans have been gathering in Stockholm ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest.

The competition takes place in the city's Globe Arena, following Måns Zelmerlöw's win last year.

Organisers are expecting a global audience of 200 million viewers to tune in - from Australia and New Zealand to China and the United States, where the final is being broadcast live for the first time in both countries.

There are 26 finalists this year and include the UK entry 'You're Not Alone', by Joe and Jake.

John and Gary from Manchester smile in front of the Globen Arena prior to the Eurovision Song Contest final in Stockholm Credit: AP Photo/Martin Meissner
Eurovision fans walk to the Globen Arena Credit: AP Photo/Martin Meissner
Eurovision fans from Sweden pose in front of the Globen Arena Credit: AP Photo/Martin Meissner

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