The 2009 winner of Strictly Come Dancing has revealed he felt guilty about his victory, believing the better dancer lost. Chris Hollins, who triumphed alongside professional partner Ola Jordan, admitted he was surprised by the result, which saw him beat favourite Ricky Whittle.
Speaking about the final, Hollins said he felt the judges' scores did not reflect the public vote, which ultimately decided the winner. Ricky Whittle and Natalie Lowe had received perfect 10s from all judges for their quickstep, while Hollins and Jordan scored lower marks for their foxtrot.
Hollins and Jordan, known as Team Cola, were praised for their sense of fun and enthusiasm throughout the series. Their foxtrot to 'I Could Have Danced All Night' was described as adorable, but the judges noted technical flaws. In contrast, Whittle and Lowe's quickstep was hailed as one of the greatest routines ever on the show.
The final also featured a return performance from Jade Johnson and Ian Waite, who danced their tango. The show included a football-themed VT hosted by Gary Lineker and John Motson, and a duet between Bruce Forsyth and Alesha Dixon.
Hollins' victory was seen as a shock, with many expecting Whittle to take the trophy. The result sparked debate about the fairness of the public vote system, which overrides judges' scores in the final.
