Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Leaked Results Stir Up Fan Reaction

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Fans of Strictly Come Dancing were left reeling on Saturday night after the first couple was leaked, sparking a flurry of reactions on social media. The leak occurred just hours after the live performances, and while names have not been revealed, fans have taken to Twitter to express their dismay, calling the decision "gobsmacked," "unfair," and a "shocker of a result." As the competition heats up, the judges, including Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas, are facing criticism for their decisions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The first couple to be voted off Strictly Come Dancing 2024 has been leaked, causing a stir among fans and putting the judges in the hot seat.
  • Social media was abuzz with viewers expressing their dismay, with reactions ranging from "That's gobsmacked me" to "This is so unfair."
  • Former Love Island contestant Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec impressed with their Viennese Waltz, securing a record-breaking 35 points out of 40.
  • The pair's score set a new milestone for the highest score ever received for a Viennese Waltz in the second week of Strictly history.
  • Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones found themselves near the bottom of the leaderboard with only 18 points for their Jive to Tina Turner's Nutbush City Limits.
  • Ant Du Beke and Shirley Ballas praised Toyah's improvement, but Craig Revel Horwood pointed out some "flat footed" moves.
  • Paul Merson and Karen Hauer anchored the bottom of the leaderboard with just 15 points for their Salsa to Pitbull's Fire, with Craig comparing it to a "comedy dance at a wedding."
  • Strictly Come Dancing will air this evening on BBC One from 7:15pm.

Statistics:

  • 35 points: Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec's score for their Viennese Waltz.
  • 32 points: Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola's score for their Paso Doble.
  • 18 points: Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones' score for their Jive.
  • 15 points: Paul Merson and Karen Hauer's score for their Salsa.

Sources:

  • The Express
  • BBC One
  • Strictly Come Dancing official website