Austria's ESC hope JJ: Wasted Love storms the betting odds!

Austria's ESC hope JJ: Wasted Love storms the betting odds!

Austria's ESC hope JJ, alias Johannes Pietsch, is causing excitement in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with his new hit “Wasted Love”! After the world premiere of his song on the Ö3 Wecker on Thursday, he immediately conquered the bookmakers' betting odds. “Wasted Love” is currently in an impressive third place, making it one of the favorites for the contest, which is taking place this year in the Swiss city of Basel kosmo.at reported.

JJ is heading to the ESC 2025 in May

On May 15th, JJ will be on stage in the second semi-final of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest. His unique style, combining pop elements with classical opera, has delighted audiences and critics alike. “Wasted Love” begins as a soulful ballad and evolves into a rousing techno stomper. The song was written by JJ himself together with Thomas Turner and the famous ESC candidate Teya (known from 2023). In contrast, the Viennese duo Abor & Tynna see a less rosy future with their contribution “Baller” and only occupies a place outside the top 20 in the betting odds meinkreis.at correctly stated.

A total of 37 countries are fighting for victory at the ESC 2025, although the field of participants is not yet complete. The competition will take place from May 13th to 17th in the St. Jakobshalle. This year could be particularly exciting for Austria, while Sweden is still waiting for its act to be announced. The omens are bright for JJ, and anticipation is growing as the big event approaches!