The battle for the Christmas number one spot is heating up as some of the biggest stars in music go head to head in one of the most open festive chart battles in recent years. Wham!, Sam Ryder, Mariah Carey, and The Pogues are all vying for the coveted position, promising an exciting and closely-fought competition. With only a day left for sales and streams to count before the Christmas chart is revealed, the race is intensifying. Last Christmas by Wham! is leading the way, with Sam Ryder’s festive release “You’re Christmas To Me” making a strong impact. The competition also includes a resurgence of interest in The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl’s “Fairytale of New York” following the recent death of Shane MacGowan. The Official UK Singles Chart’s top 20 is brimming with anticipation as the battle for the Christmas number one intensifies, making this year’s race one of the most thrilling in recent memory.
