To many international fans of Melodifestivalen, Anders Bagge wasn’t a name on the tips of any tongues to represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest this year. However as we approach the final, that is looking like a distinct possibility. Ben Robertson investigates why Anders is so beloved by the Swedish public, the evidence pointing to huge support in the final, and why, despite this, Melodifestivalen’s voting system change weakens his victory chances.
