merci

It is the third time Austria has won the contest, with previous victories going to Udo Jürgens' Merci, Cherie in 1966; and Conchita Wurst with Rise Like a Phoenix in 2014.

So this represents a chance to say “Merci” and “Au revoir.”

“Congratulations! The city of Biel is extremely proud and says: Bravo and Merci Nemo for the fantastic song and performance and also for carrying the colors of Biel out into the world!,” the town said on its website.

After the meal on July 4, 2022, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said “Merci beaucoup” in a Twitter post praising “close exchanges.”

It will be an occasion for the French to say “merci,” or “thank you,” to veterans, some of whom will make a long trans-Atlantic journey, despite advanced age, fatigue and physical difficulties.