Sports Personality Of The Year Odds 2024 – Betting On SPOTY

The 2024 BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) Awards are on tonight, so only hours until we find out who the winner is.

The shortlist for the award has been announced for the award ceremony so just who did the independent of experts put on the shortlist of sportspeople for the award?

With only six contenders left, the winner will be determined tonight by a public telephone and online vote.

When Is SPOTY 2024?

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 17th December 2024

SPOTY 2024 ODDS

As the clock ticks down to the much-anticipated BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) 2024, the betting markets are abuzz with activity, speculations, and shifting odds.

Below, you can find the odds (from Betfred) for the leading contenders.

Keely Hodgkinson – 1/4 ON

Keely Hodgkinson has emerged as one of Britain’s most outstanding athletic talents, reaching her pinnacle by winning Olympic gold in the 800m at the 2024 Paris Games at just 22 years old.

Her journey to Olympic glory showcases a remarkable progression in the sport, starting when she ed Leigh Harriers at age nine, inspired by Jessica Ennis-Hill’s 2012 Olympic performance.

Luke Littler – 11/4

Luke Littler, a rising star in the world of darts, is turning heads with his remarkable talent and composure beyond his years.

At just 17, he’s already making waves on the professional circuit, showcasing a level of skill and precision that belies his age.

Luke’s impressive performances have earned him a growing fanbase and the respect of seasoned players.

Known for his sharp accuracy and cool demeanour under pressure, he’s quickly becoming a player to watch.

Joe Root – 50/1

Joe Root stands as one of cricket’s most accomplished players and England’s greatest-ever Test batsman.

At 33, he has amassed an extraordinary 12,886 Test runs, making him England’s highest run-scorer and the fifth-highest in Test cricket history.

His remarkable tally of 36 Test centuries and 16 ODI centuries showcases his exceptional consistency across formats.

Alex Yee – 50/1

Alex Yee is the most decorated Olympic triathlete in history, with his remarkable achievements at the 2024 Paris Olympics cementing his legacy in the sport.

At just 26 years old, he holds an impressive collection of two gold, one silver, and one bronze Olympic medals.

Sarah Storey – 100/1

Dame Sarah Storey stands as Britain’s most successful Paralympian of all time, with an extraordinary career spanning eight Paralympic Games across two sports.

At 46, she has amassed an incredible 17 gold, 8 silver, and 3 bronze Paralympic medals, demonstrating remarkable versatility and longevity in elite sport.

Jude Bellingham – 125/1

Jude Bellingham’s rapid rise through the ranks of professional football has been nothing short of remarkable.

His ability to adapt, learn, and influence games has seen him become a key player for his club and earn valuable caps for the England national team.

With his Champions League win with Real Madrid and central role on the England team for Euro 2024, this is a young footballer with not just the ball but the world at his feet.

BETTING ON SPOTY

Betfred, the leading brand in sports betting, stands out as a favoured destination for those keen on exploring the odds and placing their bets on the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award.

The odds above are taken from the Betfred website on 17/12/2024.

Who Won The SPOTY In 2023?

Mary Earps was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2023, making it back-to-back SPOTY winners for the Lionesses after team-mate Beth Mead secured the award in 2022.

The Manchester United and England goalkeeper was one of six nominees, finishing ahead of Stuart Broad (cricket), Frankie Dettori (horse racing), Alfie Hewett (wheelchair tennis), Katarina Johnson-Thompson (athletics) and Rory Mcllroy (golf).

Who Won The SPOTY In 2022?

Beth Mead made history by winning the 2022 BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award, becoming the first female footballer to achieve this honour.

Ben Stokes, the winner of the 2019 award and captain of the England Cricket Test team, came in second place, while curler Eve Muirhead finished third.

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2022 was held on December 21st at the dock10 studios in Salford.

The event was co-hosted by Gary Lineker, Clare Balding, Gabby Logan, and Alex Scott, and it was broadcast live on BBC One.

The ceremony included a special tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, acknowledging her ion for sports following her ing in September that same year.

Past SPOTY Winners

Mary Earps – 2023
Mary Earps, the formidable goalkeeper for Manchester United and the England national team, has emerged as one of the most talented and inspiring figures in women’s football.

Known for her lightning-fast reflexes and fearless approach, Earps consistently delivers game-changing saves that leave fans and opponents in awe.

Mary’s journey to the top, marked by perseverance and a relentless drive to improve, has not only made her a key player in every match but also a beloved figure in the sport.

Beth Mead – 2022
Arguably the greatest female football in British history, Mead captained the England team to win the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022.

She also won the Golden Boot, and was the Player of the Tournament and top assist provider with 6 goals and 5 assists in 6 matches.

Emma Raducanu – 2021
Blasting her way through three weeks of tennis in New York in 2021, Raducanu became the first British female tennis player since Virginia Wade to win the US Open since 1977.

Lewis Hamilton – 2020
One of F1’s all-time great drivers, he equalled Michael Schumacher’s record of seven world titles with his fourth consecutive championship in 2020.

He was also knighted in 2021 and finished second in the Formula 1 Drivers Championship in 2021, behind Max Verstappen.

Ben Stokes – 2019
An incredible 2019 for Ben Stokes saw him with the award after being an integral part of England’s Cricket World Cup-winning side and the Ashes squad.

Who will ever forget those incredible performances at Lords and Headingley?

Geraint Thomas – 2018
The 2018 Tour de champion Geraint Thomas rode on a wave of public to win the award.

He was the fourth cyclist since 2008 to win the award after Sir Chris Hoy, Mark Cavendish, and Sir Bradley Wiggins.

Mo Farah – 2017
The Olympic hero had been a 50/1 outsider with bookmakers to win the award, with the boxer Anthony Joshua considered the overwhelming favourite.

Perhaps an indication that any of the contenders can take home the 2020 award.

Sports Personality History and Trends

Sir Christopher John Chataway was the first winner of the award back in 1954. This came following a Gold Medal in the ‘3 Miles’ event at the 1954 Commonwealth Games.

Bobby Moore was the first footballer to win the award in 1966; being an integral part of the first and only England football team to win a major honour clearly helped his chances.

England will be one of the favourites to win the 2024 Euros, so several players could fancy their chances of winning the 2024 award.

Andy Murray currently has the most award wins with three. He won it last in 2016 when he won an Olympic Gold Medal alongside the Wimbledon title.

Since its inception, 18 SPOTY winners have come from the Athletics world, and seven winners have been footballers.

Prior to 2021, there was an obvious shortage of female recipients of the award, but that changed in 2021 when Emma Raducanu picked up the award, followed by Beth Mead in 2022 and Mary Earps in 2023.

Looking through the list of winners, there seem to be specific visible trends. Being part of a successful team or event can undoubtedly increase your chances.

Bradley Wiggins took home the 2012 award, but that could have gone to any of Team GB’s heroes from the 2012 Olympics.

Andrew Flintoff won in 2005 after playing an important role in England regaining the Ashes.

Tips for Sports Personality of the Year

Wait until much closer to the ceremony to pick a sports personality to back.

The outcome of the remaining sports events in any given year will have a lot to do with who gets short-listed.

Other Awards

The BBC Sports Team of the Year Award is also presented on the night. The current holders are the England National football team. Unlike the main award, it’s not decided by public vote.

With many sporting competitions set to be decided over the next few months, there is plenty of time for contenders to emerge.

Head to Betfred for all the latest odds on the 2024 Sports Personality of the Year.