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Harry Kane is the bookmakers’ favourite for the Ballon d’Or shortlist that will be announced on Tuesday after a prolific season for both club and country. The award, first given in 1956, has historically been influenced more by performances in the game’s biggest competitions than by goal totals alone. Kane’s recent form has put him at the top of the betting market, but the history of the prize suggests that success in major tournaments will be a decisive factor.

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