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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Who should win BBC Sports Personality of the Year? We made the case for each nominee – and picked our winner

Rory McIlroy, Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Lando Norris, Luke Littler and Ellie Kildunne are nominated - (Getty/iStock)

The shortlist for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award is out; so let the arguing begin.

Rory McIlroy, Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Lando Norris, Luke Littler and Ellie Kildunne are the six names in the running, with a first-time winner set to be crowned for the fifth consecutive year.

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