Take a look at the latest odds for England's Jude Bellingham to win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award in 2026.
Jude Bellingham BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2026 Odds
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After a momentous year in which he completed the career Grand Slam and won an away Ryder Cup, Rory McIlroy was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2025 and is currently third in the betting to retain his crown after winning at Augusta once again.
With England reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup in North America, it's extremely likely a men's footballer could scoop the award later this year if the Three Lions can go on and win a first tournament for 60 years.
While captain Harry Kane has continued his terrific year by scoring six goals in his first six appearances at the tournament, it is Bellingham who has been the star of the show to help England reach a semi-final for just the fourth time in their history.
The Real Madrid midfielder has produced a series of world class displays throughout the summer, including an heroic performance as Thomas Tuchel's side secured a dramatic 3-2 victory against Mexico at their fortress Azteca Stadium.
After a cagey opening, the 23-year-old scored twice in a chaotic 99-second spell to spark wild scenes of jubilation throughout the nation.
Bellingham wasn't done there and he scored twice once again as the Three Lions came from behind to secure an extra-time victory over Norway in Miami.
Argentina are next up for England and reaching a second World Cup final could very much depend on the performance of their star midfielder.
