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I do look forward to learning the lyrics of the winning song Vodka, or the message behind it. I heard it three times, to no avail. Using the benefit of hindsight, I always regretted not betting on the fortunes of Maltese participants in the previous...

I do look forward to learning the lyrics of the winning song Vodka, or the message behind it. I heard it three times, to no avail.

Using the benefit of hindsight, I always regretted not betting on the fortunes of Maltese participants in the previous Eurovision festivals. Nevertheless, I shall not be tempted this year either. Our song will not make it to the finals. And I strongly urge the abolition of the popular vote. Had it been applied in the semi-finals on Thursday, I am pretty sure that readers would have guessed the winners.

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