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Ed Sheeran Reflects on Court Victory at Sydney Concert

2/16/2026

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At Feb 14, 2026 Sydney concert, Ed Sheeran noted the 2023 verdict found he did not copy Marvin Gaye.
He said he has not used a mobile phone since 2015.
Revisiting his old phone for court evidence inspired 'Old Phone'.
He thanked Australian fans, noting Australia was the first place he had a hit outside the UK.
He has two more Sydney shows before touring other Australian cities.

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At Feb 14, 2026 Sydney concert, Ed Sheeran noted the 2023 verdict found he did not copy Marvin Gaye.
He said he has not used a mobile phone since 2015.
Revisiting his old phone for court evidence inspired 'Old Phone'.
He thanked Australian fans, noting Australia was the first place he had a hit outside the UK.
He has two more Sydney shows before touring other Australian cities.