Taylor Swift triumphs at MTV Europe Awards

Taylor Swift has won big at the MTV Europe Awards (EMAs), scooping Best Artist for the third time.

Swift led the nominations, getting a nod in seven categories and winning four, including Best Artist and Best Video for Fortnight, her duet with Post Malone.

Swift, whose Eras tour has been the biggest moneyspinner in music history, saw off competition from other top performers, including Charli XCX and Billie Eilish.

Rita Ora hosted the show at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena.

Featuring performances from Shawn Mendes, Raye and Tyla, this year was the first time the EMAs have been held in Manchester, having previously travelled to Glasgow, Liverpool, Belfast and Edinburgh, as well as three London visits.

During the show, Ora gave an emotional tribute to the One Direction singer Liam Payne, saying: “Liam Payne was one of the kindest people that I knew. He had the biggest heart and was always the first person to offer help in any way that he could. He brought so much joy to every room he walked into and he left such a mark on the world.”

Here’s list of the winners.

Best Song: Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso

Best Video: Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone – Fortnight

Best Artist: Taylor Swift

Best Collaboration: Lisa featuring Rosalía – New Woman

Best New: Benson Boone

Best Pop: Ariana Grande

Best Rock: Liam Gallagher

Best Alternative: Imagine Dragons

Best Electronic: Calvin Harris

Best Hip-Hop: Eminem

Best R&B: Tyla

Best Latin: Peso Pluma

Best K-Pop: Jimin

Best Afrobeats: Tyla

Best Live: Taylor Swift

Global Icon: Busta Rhymes

Pop Pioneers: Pet Shop Boys