Nemo’s Eurovision Triumph Marred by Broken Trophy and Finger Injury
malmö, Sweden – May 12, 2024 – Switzerland‘s Nemo celebrated a victorious, yet slightly chaotic, win at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 tonight at the Malmö Arena, after accidentally damaging the coveted crystal microphone trophy and sustaining a finger injury during the post-win celebrations. the singer’s performance of “The Code” captivated audiences and secured the top spot, but the euphoria was briefly interrupted by the mishap.
The incident occurred as Nemo rose from the floor following the declaration of Switzerland’s win. The pressure applied to the delicate crystal structure resulted in the trophy breaking, and concurrently caused a thumb injury. This unexpected turn of events adds a memorable, if slightly painful, chapter to Nemo’s historic victory-the first non-binary winner in Eurovision history-and highlights the intense excitement surrounding the annual competition.
During a press conference following the finale,Nemo explained,”While I got up from the ground I made strength on the trophy that broke. I also hurt my thumb – he said showing the patch – however they gave me a brand new trophy, so I have two in theory now.”
The Eurovision Song Contest, broadcast to an estimated 162 million viewers worldwide, remains one of the most-watched non-sporting events globally. Nemo’s win marks a meaningful moment for Switzerland, which last won the contest in 1988, and underscores the growing diversity and inclusivity within the competition. A replacement trophy has already been presented, ensuring Nemo can fully enjoy the spoils of victory.
