Eurovision Song Contest final rehearsals in Vienna draw crowds despite rain

General rehearsals for the Eurovision Song Contest finale were held on Monday at Vienna's Wiener Stadthalle, with the live audience beginning to gather despite rainy weather. Organizers reported that the audience streamed into the arena at 13:30 and that the rain did not dampen the festival atmosphere.

Analysts from Danish media highlighted strong entries expected to perform well in the jury and televote, naming Finland, Australia, France and Denmark among the top contenders. They also noted that Bulgaria, Ukraine, Croatia and Malta could secure respectable placements, while host nation Austria and several other countries might struggle to reach the top ranks. The rehearsals featured notable vocal performances and visually striking productions, setting the stage for the final showdown later that evening at 21:00.