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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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Graham Norton pays emotional tribute to Sir Terry Wogan

Sir Terry Wogan was the BBC's Eurovision Song Contest commentator before Graham Norton Credit: Katie Collins / PA

Graham Norton has paid an emotional tribute to late broadcaster Sir Terry Wogan during the Eurovision Song Contest.

Sir Terry was the BBC's Eurovision commentator for almost 35 years, and as Sweden's entry took to the stage for the ninth song, Mr Norton - who took over the job in 2009 - said the contest was a "bittersweet" moment, as it was the first since Sir Terry's death.

He said: "Eight years ago, when I was lucky enough to get this job of commentating, Sir Terry very kindly and graciously phoned me, and the only bit of advice he had for me was 'Don't have a drink before song nine'."

"So while the crowd here in the Globe Arena cheer on their home boy, I would urge you back in the UK at home to raise a cup, a mug, a glass, whatever you have in front of you, and give thanks for the man who was, and always will be, the voice of Eurovision, Sir Terry Wogan. Sir Terry, this is song nine," he added.

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