Time Person of the Year 2025 Odds: Pope Leo XIV Evens Favourite After Historic Appointment

Pope Leo XIV is the 1/1 favourite to be named Time Person of the Year 2025, with bookmakers backing his influence following his historic appointment. Trump and AI also feature in the betting.
Time Person of the Year 2025 Odds: Pope Leo XIV Evens Favourite After Historic Appointment
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  • Pope Leo XIV is the 1/1 favourite to be named Time Person of the Year 2025
  • Donald Trump Sr. (5/4) and Artificial Intelligence (6/4) remain close challengers in a dynamic market.
  • Odds available now at top entertainment betting sites, with free bets for new customers.

Pope Leo XIV Leads 2025 Time Person of the Year Market at Evens

The latest odds suggest Pope Leo XIV is on track to be named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year for 2025, with betting sites pricing him as the even-money favourite following his rise to the papacy earlier this year.

The appointment of Pope Leo XIV has already made headlines across the globe, and now punters believe the pontiff is poised to follow in the footsteps of Pope Francis, who was selected as Person of the Year in 2013. 

Historically, the title has also gone to John Paul II (1994) and John XXIII (1962) making Leo XIV a potential fourth addition to this elite list.

Betting odds on the 2025 Time Person of the Year give an implied probability of 50% that the Pope will be selected this year.

2025 Time Person of the YearOddsProbability
Pope Leo XIV
1/150.0%
Donald Trump Sr.
5/444.4%
AI/Artificial Intelligence6/440.0%
Elon Musk3/125.0%
Joe Rogan9/110.0%
What the expert says...
Pope Leo XIV fits the Person of the Year profile perfectly as a globally influential figure, elected in a historic year, and with moral gravity. Still, don’t rule out AI or Trump if world events take a dramatic turn.

Jake Ashton - Current Affairs Expert - OLBG.com

Papal Momentum Building in Betting Markets

As global eyes turn to the role of religion, unity, and diplomacy in turbulent times, Pope Leo XIV’s emergence as a widely respected leader has boosted his odds significantly in recent weeks. 

His early statements and reform agenda have captured media and political attention alike which are traditionally key drivers in Time Magazine’s final decision.

However, the race is far from over. Donald Trump Sr., currently at 5/4, remains a contender to win back-to-back awards. 

Meanwhile, Artificial Intelligence, a 6/4 shot, could claim the honour in a collective sense, especially if major breakthroughs or societal debates escalate through the remainder of 2025.

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Where to Bet on Time Person of the Year 2025

Punters can find markets on Time’s annual honour across the best entertainment betting sites, with prices live at select betting sites. 

These long-range specials are always volatile, particularly with tech, politics, and global issues in play.

If you're looking to get involved, don’t forget to take advantage of new betting offers which can be used on outright specials and novelty bets like these.

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