Boris Johnson has joined a refrain of reward for the success of Ukraine on the 2022 Eurovision Track Contest, calling it a “reflection” not simply of expertise, however “unwavering support” for the nation’s “fight for freedom”.
“Congratulations to Ukraine for winning the @Eurovision Song Contest 2022,” the PM posted to Twitter.
“It is a clear reflection of not just your talent, but of the unwavering support for your fight for freedom.”
Mr Johnson additionally prolonged congratulations to Britain’s runner-up within the competitors, writing: “Incredibly proud of @SamRyderMusic and how he brilliantly represented the UK tonight.”
Congratulations to Ukraine for successful the @Eurovision Track Contest 2022.
It’s a clear reflection of not simply your expertise, however of the unwavering help to your struggle for freedom.
Extremely happy with @SamRyderMusic and the way he brilliantly represented the UK tonight.
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) May 14, 2022
Ukraine gained the competitors with folk-rap group Kalush Orchestra, adopted by the UK’s Sam Ryder in second place.
Ukraine have been the competitors favourites since Russia’s invasion – which prompted organisers to ban the aggressor from competing.
Receiving the trophy, Kalush Orchestra mentioned: “Thank you for supporting Ukraine. This victory is for every Ukrainian. Slava Ukraini.”
Tradition Secretary Nadine Dorries repeated “Slava Ukraini!” (glory to Ukraine!) in tweeting her congratulations.
“What a fabulous night. So close for the amazing @SamRyderMusic but with #Ukraine coming 1st this is still a wonderful result,” she mentioned.
What a wonderful evening. So shut for the superb @SamRyderMusic however with #Ukraine coming 1st that is nonetheless a beautiful end result. Congratulations @otkachenkoua Slava Ukraini ! Congratulations Sam And high job #BBC #Eurovision
— Nadine Dorries (@NadineDorries) May 14, 2022
Scottish tv presenter Lorraine Kelly posted a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin: ‘Congrats to UKRAINE – get it proper up you Putin – and our @SamRyderMusic did us proud.”
Ryder’s placement marks the primary time in 20 years that the UK has positioned within the high three, clinching the spot together with his pop tune House Man.
Katrina Leskanich, who sang the final successful UK entry, Love Shine A Gentle by Katrina and the Waves, tweeted: “Three cheers for Sam Ryder what a fantastic result for #UK.”
Three cheers for Sam Ryder what a implausible end result for #UK @bbceurovision #Eurovision2022 #eurovision @
— Katrina from Katrina & The Waves (@KatrinasWeb) May 14, 2022
Actor John Barrowman tweeted: “Congratulations on 2nd place #Eurovision #samryder because of you and the song #Spaceman the United Kingdom is back in the game.”
Former winner Cheryl Baker, of Bucks Fizz, tweeted: “Wasn’t this the most effective @Eurovision for years?
“Not just because the brilliant @SamRyderMusic came 2nd, but it was a show of love, joy, inclusivity and no animosity.”
