The Spanish broadcaster RTVE has responded to comments from the European Broadcasting Union about its hope for Spain to return to the Eurovision Song Contest.
Sergio Calderon, Director of TVE, has commented on the European Broadcasting Union’s comments about hoping that Spain will return to the Eurovision Song Contest. Speaking to verTele!, the Director of TVE stated:
“We understand the concern of the EBU and the contest director, Martin Green, regarding the absence of Spain and other countries from this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. From May 17th onwards, we will see if the conditions are right for future participation”
In an interview this past weekend, Martin Green, Director of the Eurovision Song Contest, commented, “We miss those countries and we want them back . We will do everything in our power to make that happen” in an interview with the Dutch broadcaster NOS as part of its show Nieuwsuur.
The Spanish broadcaster is one of five broadcasters across Europe that have withdrawn from competing in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, following Israel’s inclusion in this year’s contest. in December, RTVE outlined in detail its reasons for not competing in the 70th edition of the competition.
Source: verTele!
Spain in the Eurovision Song Contest+
Spain debuted in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1961 and competed annually until 2026. Spain has won the contest on two occasions. The first time was in 1968, when Massiel sang “La la la”. and the second time was in 1969, when Salomé sang “Vivo cantando”. 1969 is the only year where more than one song has won the contest. The 1969 contest saw a four-way tie between Spain, France, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.