The second elimination of Strictly Come Dancing 2026 was leaked online hours before the results show, prompting a wave of reactions from viewers. The identity of the couple leaving has not been revealed by the Mirror, allowing fans to enjoy the show on BBC One.
One fan said: "I'm so sad to see who left." Another wrote: "I don’t want to believe this is the Dance-Off." A third commented: "The judging this year is a joke." Another added: "Heartbroken for the couple that have left."
Week Three Leaderboard and Scores
The leaderboard at the end of the night was incredibly close, with several couples sharing the same score. Delta Goodrem scored 33 and Shaun Wright-Phillips scored 15, but they are only nine spots apart on the leaderboard. As one fan said, this means the vote is "more important" than ever, since the points on the leaderboard will be close together.
Both Cach and Tabby scored 31, Dani and Bethany both got 27, Will and Graeme got 25, and Sarah, Lawrence and John all got 20.
Judges' Reactions and Highlights
Delta Goodrem was labelled a frontrunner for the final by Shirley just before Motsi awarded the first nine of the series. Craig teared up, admitting he got emotional when watching Graeme Hall, as he reminded him of "dear Len Goodman".
Craig turned to Graeme and said: "I felt it was like I was watching dear Len Goodman out there, I got a bit emosh." Anton later said: "Craig got emotional, we're all concerned."
Tabby's Argentine tango was the first of the series, with fans thinking it should have topped the leaderboard. She came in joint second with 31.
Dance-Off and Voting Impact
This week, it's Anton who will cast the tie-breaking vote, should the other judges be split on who to send home during the dance off. The results show is being filmed tonight, but it will air on BBC One at 7.10pm tomorrow. During it, Shirley and Anton are set to dance off against each other in a football-inspired group dance.
One fan said: "Omg, I can't believe how tight the leaderboard is. The vote counts more than ever because the bottom and the top are going to be so close in terms of points. Guys, please vote for your favourites because anyone could go this week."
Next week, the surviving couples will take to the dancefloor, dressed up as their favourite musicians for Icons Week.
