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BBC Sports Personality of the Year event returns with public voting

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 7:30 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

BBC Sports Personality of the Year event returns with public voting
Summary

The 2026 BBC Sports Personality of the Year show is set for December 13 in Salford. Hosted by Clare Balding, Gabby Logan, and Alex Scott, the event will feature five awards determined by public votes. This year's awards celebrate achievements including Team GB's Winter Olympics success, England's recent performance at the FIFA World Cup, and records at the European Athletics Championships. New categories include Men's Footballer of the Year and BBC World Service Women's Footballer of the Year, with global voting opening on November 10. Shortlists will be crafted by an independent panel before votes are cast.

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By the Numbers
  • •Event scheduled for December 13, 2026, in Salford.
  • •Public votes will decide five of the nine awards.
  • •New awards for Men's and Women's Footballer of the Year introduced.
  • •Global voting opens on November 10, 2026.
  • •Shortlists created by an independent panel of experts.
Latest Updates
  • 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Sports Personality of the Year returns - with five awards decided by public
  • 7:30 AMBBC Sport — Sports Personality of the Year returns - with five awards decided by public
What they're saying
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BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be held on 13 December - and audiences will have more influence than ever over the awards.

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BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be held on 13 December - and audiences will have more influence than ever over the awards.

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