Following the national ‘Eurovision’ selection final, Aleksandras Pogrebnojus criticized the jury's evaluations and expressed his support for the winner, Lion Ceccah, on social media.
After the conclusion of Lithuania's national selection final for the Eurovision Song Contest, discussions quickly moved to social media, where the performances and jury evaluations were scrutinized. Aleksandras Pogrebnojus, both a performer and designer, openly shared his thoughts on Facebook, expressing his unwavering confidence in Lion Ceccah's victory from the beginning.
Pogrebnojus emphasized that despite the unpredictable nature of competitions like Eurovision, he had believed that Lion Ceccah was the strongest contender this year. He articulated his appreciation for Ceccah's performance, highlighting its clear concept, emotional depth, and professionalism. The song was characterized by maturity and direction, complemented by a thoughtful and cohesive stage image.
Moreover, Pogrebnojus took the opportunity to commend his fellow designer, Sandra Straukaitė, for her contributions, indicating a supportive creative community. This incident underscores the competitive dynamics of the Eurovision selection process in Lithuania and the importance of jury feedback, prompting further discussions about transparency and artistic evaluation in such public contests.
