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- Donald Trump (7/4) and Pope Leo XIV (7/4) are joint-favourites for TIME Person of the Year 2025.
- Artificial Intelligence (7/2) could emerge as a symbolic winner, reflecting its global growth.
- Past winners suggest both individuals and concepts have strong chances of securing the award.
TIME Person of the Year 2025 Betting Odds: Trump & Pope Leo XIV Lead the Market
The race for TIME Person of the Year 2025 looks wide open with bookmakers installing Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV as joint favourites at 7/4 apiece.
Trump, who won the accolade last year for a second time, is bidding to retain the title following his return to the White House and ongoing efforts to broker peace in Eastern Europe.
Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV, elected earlier this year, made history as the first Pope born in the United States and has quickly become a global figure of interest.
Elsewhere, Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to capture headlines worldwide, particularly in tech, business, and politics, and is rated a 7/2 shot with BetMGM to land the recognition.
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TIME Person of the Year 2025 Odds
| TIME Person of the Year 2025 | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Donald Trump | 7/4 | 36.4% |
| Pope Leo XIV | 7/4 | 36.4% |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 7/2 | 22.2% |
| Sam Altman | 13/2 | 13.3% |
| Elon Musk | 8/1 | 11.1% |
Trump Bidding for Back-to-Back Wins
Having already been named TIME Person of the Year in both 2016 and 2024, Donald Trump is seeking to claim the honour for a third time.
His presidency has been defined by attempts to end global conflict, particularly through talks with both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky.
With his political influence still dominating headlines, it’s no surprise to see him as joint-favourite.
Time Person Of The Year Odds and Betting
Pope Leo XIV’s Global Impact
Pope Leo XIV has wasted no time in making history, becoming the first American-born Pope after his election earlier this year.
His leadership style, global outreach, and reformist messaging have struck a chord worldwide, making him a serious contender at 7/4.
If successful, it would mark a symbolic moment for both the Catholic Church and the award itself.
What the expert says...
The Rise of AI in the Betting Market
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a consistent newsmaker across technology, business, and society, and bookies now see it as a genuine candidate at 7/2.
With its increasing role in shaping politics, media, and even creative industries, AI could well follow in the footsteps of past “concept” winners such as The Computer (1982) and The Endangered Earth (1988).
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