Tension surged online after BBC Sport teased the upcoming BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) 2025 show. The response spiraled into a lively debate between supporters of two athletes in particular. While Rory McIlroy remains a clear favorite as per the odds, fans say Lando Norris has a real chance of beating the Northern Irishman.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) 2025 airs live on December 18. Public voting is open now and will remain so during the broadcast through the BBC website, app, or QR code for UK residents. Rory McIlroy leads with betting odds at 4/6 (60% implied probability), ahead of Chloe Kelly (3/1) and Lando Norris (7/2).

McIlroy has had an amazing year. To begin with, he won his fifth major at the Augusta National. The 2025 Masters win helped him c

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