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Claudia on Her Eurovision Victory: A Moment of Shock and Reflection

Published January 1, 2026, 08:15
Claudia on Her Eurovision Victory: A Moment of Shock and Reflection

Claudia described the profound psychological impact of her victory in the national Eurovision selection. Having prepared for the possibility of defeat and not being certain of winning, the victory surprised her and led to two days of self-imposed isolation to process the responsibilities and challenges ahead. She requested her family not to share media commentary with her, wanting to understand the situation on her own terms. Achieving sixth place in the competition exceeded her initial expectations, and the public's embrace of her song filled her with pride. Claudia emphasized that the public's love for the song was the most important aspect for her, regardless of the final ranking.