Olya Polyakova applies for the National Selection for Eurovision: what is known about her statement
Singer Olya Polyakova has submitted an application to participate in the National Selection for Eurovision-2026. She has officially addressed 'Public Broadcasting' with a letter about the need to update certain selection rules. This was reported by 'Glavkom' referring to Polyakova's social media.
After high-profile scandals involving Maruv (2019) and Alina Pash (2022), who won the National Selections, the rules for artist participation were changed. Thus, those who have been on the territory of the Russian Federation and occupied territories since 2014 and in Belarus after February 2024 are not eligible for selection. As a result, many top artists, including Polyakova, cannot enter the National Selection.
However, the singer decided to submit her application. She has not yet disclosed which composition she will present. Polyakova loudly announced her plans to conquer the National Selection for Eurovision at a closed event in the capital, which she invited, among others, media representatives, artists, and bloggers. After presenting her new English-language composition Warrior and its music video, the singer explained her position.
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It is noteworthy that earlier 'Glavkom' reported that Ukraine had chosen a representative for the Child Eurovision-2025.
Olya Polyakova decided to participate in the National Selection for Eurovision-2026 by submitting an application along with a letter to 'Public Broadcasting'. Previous scandals and changes in the eligibility rules encouraged the singer to take part in the competition and present her music to fans.
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