Delta Goodrem shines for SBS as more than 3.27 million Australians tune in for Eurovision
18 May, 2026
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Total TV National Reach across SBS's live and prime time broadcasts of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was more than 3.27 million Australians, with an SBS On Demand reach of 538,000. Compared to 2025, this represents a 45.2% increase in Total TV Reach.
Delta Goodrem delivered a showstopping performance of Eclipse securing Australia fourth place in the Grand Final on Sunday morning local time.
The Grand Final live achieved a Total TV National Reach of 1.21 million, with an SBS On Demand reach of 226,000.
Semi Final 2 live achieved a Total TV National Reach of 444,000, with an SBS On Demand reach of 83,000.
Semi Final 1 live achieved a Total TV National Reach of 263,000, with an SBS On Demand reach of 48,000.
In total, more than 3.27 million Australians tuned in for SBS's exclusive broadcast of the milestone 70th Eurovision Song Contest direct from Vienna, Austria, where Courtney Act and special guest commentator Danny Estrin from Voyager guided audiences through all the glitter, spectacle and unforgettable performances from the world's biggest live music event.
Representing Australia, Delta Goodrem dazzled with powerhouse performances of Eclipse in Semi Final 2 and the Grand Final. Australian viewers were also treated to a special appearance from Go-Jo during Semi Final 1 when he joined Austrian hosts Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski for a surprise interval act that brought a touch of Australia to Vienna.
SBS Head of Unscripted, Joseph Maxwell, said: From showstopping vocals and spectacular staging to unforgettable performances that had audiences talking around the world, this year's Eurovision Song Contest once again delivered all the joy, drama and excitement fans have come to love.
It's fantastic to see Delta Goodrem's mesmerising performance lift this year's ratings and take the broadcast to spectacular new heights.
Semi Final 1
TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE REACH TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE AUDIENCE BROADCAST TV NATIONAL AVERAGE AUDIENCE BVOD NATIONAL
AUDIENCE
Live 263,000 126,000 101, 000 25,000
Prime time 853,000 221,000 209,000 11,500
Semi Final 2
TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE REACH TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE AUDIENCE BROADCAST TV NATIONAL AVERAGE
AUDIENCE BVOD NATIONAL
AUDIENCE
Live 444.000 196,000 154,000 42,000
Prime time 937,000 269,000 250,000 19,600
Grand Final
TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE REACH TOTAL TV NATIONAL AVERAGE AUDIENCE BROADCAST TV NATIONAL AVERAGE
AUDIENCE BVOD NATIONAL
AUDIENCE
Live 1,210,000 464,000 383,000 81,000
Prime time 802,000 167,000 152,000 15,700
Source: Cumulative Reach Source: VOZ Data, National, TTL PPL, 13/05/2026 17/05/2026, When Watched, Cumulative Reach (Broadcast TV 1 min and BVOD 15 secs), 2026 Eurovision (excludes Encore), Total TV Table Source: VOZ Data, National, TTL PPL , 13/05/2026 17/05/2026, Overnight, Average Audience, Reach, 2026 Eurovision (excludes encore), Total TV
Across SBS, SBS On Demand and digital platforms, audiences embraced Eurovision's celebration of music, diversity and culture, with fans joining the conversation using #SBSEurovision and sharing their reactions throughout the live broadcasts and prime-time event coverage.
Pop star Dara claimed the title for Bulgaria marking the country's first ever Eurovision victory with her electrifying entry Bangaranga. Israel finished in second place, while Romania rounded out the top three.
The Eurovision Song Contest remains the world's biggest live music event, uniting audiences across the globe through music, creativity and cultural exchange.
Images available here.
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For further information and interview requests please contact:
Jessica Parry| jessica.parry@sbs.com.au | 0428 767 836
Emma Blong | emma.blong@sbs.com.au | 0421 008 517
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