Strictly Come Dancing fans are bracing themselves for a potential shock exit this weekend, with bookmakers predicting that stage star Amber Davies could be waltzing out of the competition before the semi-finals.
Bookmakers Tip Two Stars for the Exit
According to the latest forecasts from betting firms, both Amber Davies and EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal are at serious risk of leaving the BBC dance show. The pair find themselves at the bottom of the bookies' leaderboard as the competition enters the crucial Musicals Week, with a coveted place in the semi-finals on the line.
Betway has placed Balvinder Sopal as the clear favourite to be eliminated, offering odds of 250/1 for her departure. Amber Davies is not far behind, facing odds of 33/1 to be the next celebrity to leave the glitterball contest. This places both talented performers in a precarious position, despite their consistent efforts to climb the leaderboard week after week.
Emotional Farewell Sets the Stage
The tension follows last weekend's emotional elimination of ER star Alex Kingston and her professional partner Johannes Radebe. After a dramatic dance-off against Balvinder Sopal and her partner, the judges voted to save the EastEnders star, sending Alex home.
An emotional Alex Kingston told host Tess Daly: "I had never in my wildest dreams imagined that I would last this long. It's been just the most incredible journey for me." She praised her partner Johannes, stating their bond would last a lifetime, a sentiment he warmly reciprocated.
Who is Set for the Final?
While two stars face the axe, other contestants are being tipped for success. The current frontrunners for a place in the iconic Strictly final are believed to be sports presenter Karen Carney, followed by George Clarke and Lewis Cope.
This weekend, all remaining couples will take to the floor for the spectacular Musicals Week. Each performance will be critical, with every celebrity hoping their training and routine will be enough to secure that precious semi-final slot. For Amber Davies and Balvinder Sopal, the challenge is now to defy the odds and win over both the judges and the voting public.
