Tonight marks the event of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024!

Last year, Mary Earps, the goalkeeper for England, earned the prestigious award, achieving back-to-back SPOTY wins for the Lionesses following her teammate Beth Mead’s victory in 2022.

Mary Earps was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 2023

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Mary Earps claimed the title of BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 2023Credit: PA

Team GB standout Keely Hodgkinson is the leading candidate for 2024 after winning a gold medal in the 800m at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The athlete from Atherton also claimed the European championship title in Rome just two months prior to her competition in France.

In 2024, Hodgkinson has been a dominant force in the 800m category, shattering the British national record and becoming the sixth fastest woman of all time.

Also in the mix for Sports Personality of the Year is teenage darts prodigy Luke Littler, who gained fame as the runner-up at the World Darts Championship in January, establishing himself as one of the top competitors in the sport.

After his exceptional showing at Alexandra Palace, Littler has claimed ten PDC titles in his debut year on the professional circuit.

This 17-year-old aims to be the youngest recipient of this esteemed award in over six decades.

Additionally, England and Real Madrid football star Jude Bellingham is among the notable nominees for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

SunSport delivers the complete shortlist and crucial details ahead of this highly awaited event.

When will the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 take place?

  • BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 will occur TONIGHT – Tuesday, December 17.
  • Broadcast begins at 7pm GMT.
  • The event is set to occur at the BBC Sport headquarters located in MediaCity, Salford.

Where can I watch the BBC Sports Personality of the Year, and is live streaming available for FREE?

  • BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be shown live on BBC One.
  • You can also stream the event for free via the BBC iPlayer app or website.
  • If you prefer, you can follow all the updates from MediaCity through SunSport’s live blog.

Who are the nominees for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024?

Here are the six contenders for this prestigious award:

  • Keely Hodgkinson
  • Joe Root
  • Jude Bellingham
  • Sarah Storey
  • Alex Yee
  • Luke Littler

What other awards will be presented during the event?

The BBC Sports Personality of the Year award is one of eight categories that will be featured that evening.

  • Sports Personality of the Year
  • World Sport Star of the Year
  • Helen Rollason Award
  • Young Sports Personality of the Year
  • Unsung Hero
  • Coach of the Year
  • Team of the Year
  • Lifetime Achievement Award