The glitterball trophy is within touching distance as Strictly Come Dancing enters its pivotal tenth week. With the quarter-finals looming, the six remaining couples took to the floor, each performance carrying the weight of potential elimination.
The Stage is Set for the Quarter-Finals
Following the spectacle of the Blackpool special, the competition returned to its regular home with heightened intensity. The atmosphere was tinged with both excitement and sadness as hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman confirmed that Drag Race UK star La Voix had officially left the competition for good due to an injury sustained last week, dashing hopes of a return.
Holding a formidable lead is Lewis Cope, who became the first celebrity of the 2025 series to achieve a perfect score of 40 from the judges during the Blackpool event, cementing his status as the one to beat.
Triump and Tribulations for the Stars
Not all contestants had an easy path to the dance floor this week. Alex Kingston, renowned for her roles in ER and Doctor Who, faced a significant challenge after suffering a dislocated rib. However, in a testament to her determination, it was confirmed on the companion show It Takes Two that she would be competing as normal.
They are joined in the fight for a quarter-final place by fellow celebrities Balvinder Sopal, Amber Davies, Karen Carney, and George Clarke. With the competition narrowing, every step, spin, and score from the judges is more critical than ever.
The Final Countdown Begins
As the live episode commenced on Saturday, 29 November 2025, the stakes could not have been higher. The remaining couples know that a single misstep could end their Strictly journey, while a standout performance could secure their place in the next round and bring them closer to the coveted glitterball trophy.
