Overview

• The judges unanimously saved Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova in the series’ first dance‑off, eliminating Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden after Week Two.
• Bychkova denied reports that she had attacked contestants with prior training or criticised producers, calling the coverage "twisted" and praising a range of abilities on the show.
• Katya Jones said judges failed to acknowledge the difficulty and preparation behind partner Lewis Cope’s Viennese waltz, voicing her concerns on It Takes Two.
• Fans and outlets praised a pro routine led by Nikita Kuzmin and Jowita Przystal that featured the pair flying together, billed as a first for the programme.
• Bookmaker William Hill listed Ross King as odds‑on to be the next eliminated contestant, with Chris Robshaw also prominent in the market after the opening vote.