Who Will Win BBC Sports Personality Of The Year 2025?
The BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year is one of Britain’s top sporting honours, and betting sites have updated their odds with two big names now heading the market.
Rory McIlroy had been the favourite for the famous trophy after winning the US Masters at Augusta in April, completing a rare career Grand Slam, an achievement managed by only five others in the modern era.
However, the Northern Irishman faces strong competition following England’s historic UEFA Women’s Euro victory over Spain in Switzerland.
Chloe Kelly’s standout performance in the knockout stages of England’s second successive European Championship triumph initially moved her to second favourite behind McIlroy.
But support since her match-winning penalty has seen the Lioness draw level in the betting with golf’s Grand Slam champion.
Let’s explore the main challengers and the best odds currently offered by leading betting apps.
Kelly’s Heroics Make Her Strong Candidate
Kelly is now the joint favourite to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year after her match-winning heroics in the Women’s Euro 2025 final.
Introduced as a substitute early in the game, she delivered a precise assist to Alessia Russo before calmly converting the decisive penalty in England’s shootout victory over Spain.
Bookmakers responded swiftly and she’s now priced at 6/4, making her a strong contender alongside fellow market leader McIlroy.
Sports Personality Of The Year Odds
Personality | Odds | Bookmaker |
Chloe Kelly | 6/4 | |
Rory McIlroy | 6/4 | |
Hannah Hampton | 6/1 | |
Luke Littler | 14/1 | |
Landon Norris | 16/1 | |
Lucy Bronze | 16/1 | |
Leah Williamson | 33/1 | |
Lottie Woad | 33/1 | |
Ellie Kildunne | 40/1 | |
Jack Draper | 66/1 | |
Ben Stokes | 100/1 |
McIlroy's Augusta Antics Could Be Key
McIlroy finally completed the Grand Slam (which requires wins at The Masters, the PGA Championship, the US Open and the Open Championship) 11 years after his third major title.
He was overcome by emotion after the winning shot at Augusta National, sinking to his knees and crying once victory was secured.
McIlroy moved to the top of the betting market for the Sports Personality of the Year award in the aftermath, with bookies now offering odds of 6/4 on the 36-year-old coming out on top.
Safe Hands Hampton In The Picture
Hannah Hampton is now third favourite for the award after her penalty shootout heroics helped England retain their European Championship crown.
The 24-year-old saved spot-kicks from Mariona Caldentey and Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati before Salma Paralluelo missed, sealing a second shootout triumph for Hampton this tournament.
She also saved two penalties in the quarter-final against Sweden, confirming her status as one of the breakout stars of the summer.
It’s a remarkable rise for Hampton, who was previously understudy to Mary Earps at Euro 2022 and the 2023 World Cup and she is now 6/1 for the award.
Darts Sensation Littler A Leading Contender
Luke Littler is only 18 years old, but he is already taking the darts world by storm.
The world’s number-two ranked player won the World Championship earlier this year, followed by a victory at the UK Open.
He has now added the World Matchplay title to his growing list of achievements, defeating James Wade in the final to become only the fifth player ever to complete darts’ coveted Triple Crown.
As a result, his odds to win Sports Personality of the Year in 2025 are now 14/1.
F1 Title Could Bring Norris The Award
Lando Norris delighted the home crowd with a brilliant victory at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
It marked the McLaren driver's second consecutive win, following his triumph in Austria the previous weekend.
Norris is aiming to close the gap on team-mate Oscar Piastri in the standings and is currently priced at 16/1, though those odds could tumble if he clinches the World Championship title this season.
Bronze Delivers Gold Medal Performance
Lucy Bronze was a standout performer at Euro 2025, playing every match despite a fractured tibia.
She scored a key comeback goal against Sweden and converted the decisive penalty in the subsequent shootout.
Demonstrating leadership and resilience that underpinned England’s championship triumph Bronze can be backed at 16/1 for the award.
Arsenal Legend Williamson Enjoys Epic Year
Leah Williamson (33/1) captained England to a historic victory at the Euros, a defining moment that has kept her in contention for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
The England skipper’s leadership on the pitch has been widely praised, cementing her status as one of the country’s most influential footballers.
She has also enjoyed a stellar season at club level, playing a key role in Arsenal’s Champions League triumph, and continues to be celebrated as a club legend for her loyalty and consistent performances.
Woad Enjoys Year To Remember
Lottie Woad, (33/1) is enjoying a breakthrough 2025.
She won the KPMG Women’s Irish Open by six strokes as an amateur and then finished tied‑third at the Evian Championship.
Having secured her LPGA Tour membership before turning professional, she immediately won the Scottish Open to cap a magnificent season.
Kildunne Among Outsiders
Ellie Kildunne (40/1) will be eyeing Rugby World Cup glory with England, building on a stellar 12 months in which she was crowned World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year.
Jack Draper (66/1) also enjoyed a breakthrough season, claiming his first ATP Masters 1000 title at Indian Wells, climbing to a career-high fourth in the world rankings and reaching the Madrid Open final.
Meanwhile, England cricket captain and 2019 winner Ben Stokes is currently priced at 100/1 in the 2025 Sports Personality of the Year betting.
