BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans predict Tasha Ghouri as winner after telling Shirley Ballas comment
Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts are abuzz with predictions that Tasha Ghouri is poised for victory in the BBC contest, as fans detect a significant hint.
The 2024 series of Strictly has set the stage alight following an exhilarating launch show, with the return of hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman guiding the audience through the high-stakes dance fever as 15 new pairings vie for the chance to hoist the coveted Glitterball trophy.
In week one, celebrities and their pro partners vied for their initial standings on the leaderboard, showcasing their inaugural routines before the judges. Tasha, in a dynamic pairing with returning professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec, took on the Cha Cha to Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso, leaving head judge Shirley Ballas thoroughly impressed, reports the Mirror.
Following her remarks, Shirley paid Tasha an exceptional compliment: "You're on your way to have one of the most spectacular leg actions I think I have ever seen on the show."
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Host Claudia Winkleman endorsed such high praise as "extraordinary" setting social media abuzz with viewers who see Tasha as a clear frontrunner for the glitterball glory. On platform X, admirers showered Tasha with praise, with one fan writing: "I loved Tasha. What a dance! ! ! ! #Strictly."
Another tweeted in amazement: "Tasha is SENSATIONAL #Strictly" and another joined in, saying, "Tasha Ghouri was absolutely incredible on strictly, she is sooooo good #Strictly." Another fan projected future success, declaring: "ALJAZ is back Him and Tasha for the final #Strictly".
Although the judges will provide feedback and the celebrities will receive scores, no one will be sent home in the first week. The real tension begins in week two when one celebrity will be eliminated permanently.
Audiences can participate when the lines open next Saturday (September 28) and the first elimination of the series will be broadcast the following night (Sunday, September 29). Tonight's action will commence at 7pm on BBC One, but there won't be a results show this weekend.
Currently leading the betting odds are X Factor winner Shayne Ward and JLS star JB Gill however, former professional dancer Erin Boag has highlighted that Miranda star Sarah Hadland is also a contender to keep an eye on.