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Strictly Come Dancing fans spot worrying clue for Chris McCausland after 'death slot' performance

by · DevonLive

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans have expressed their concern for Chris McCausland after noticing a worrying sign. Chris and his dance partner kicked off the show with a Samba, prompting many fans to label it the "death slot".

One fan posted on X: "They are putting Chris and Dianne first, hoping they will be in the dance off.! ! Please vote for them. They are national treasures #Strictly."

Another fan shared similar concerns: "Very concerned that dancing a samba and being first on means 'bottom two' for Chris this week. DO NOT MAKE THIS A REALITY. #scd #strictly."

However, some fans were more optimistic, with one commenting: "Chris was fabulous. def not his best dance but i'm not worried about him going first. He was incredible."

Chris himself acknowledged the "curse" of performing first, telling Claudia Winkleman: "We have lost four people so far this series.", reports the Mirror.

"Two of them on Sambas, and we have had four dance-offs, and three of them are people who have went on first, so the maths is against us this week."

According to bookmakers, Gorka Marquez and Punam Krishnan are currently at risk of elimination this weekend. Betway spokesperson Chad Yeomans revealed: "This Halloween-themed weekend, Dr. Punam Krishan could be in for a real fright as she is the 2/1 favourite to waltz off the show for good."

Gorka Marquez and his dance partner Dr. Punam Krishan(Image: BBC)

"The Glasgow-born GP is set to perform a spine-chilling Tango to 'Sweet Dreams' by Eurythmics, but she'll need a good week in rehearsals to avoid a nightmare on the dance floor."

He continued: "Ex-Olympian Sam Quek is also creeping into the danger zone, as she is the 3/1 second favourite to exit this Sunday. Meanwhile, Pete Wicks and Shayne Ward are both on thin ice and find themselves next in the betting to be taking their final bow on the show."

Last weekend saw Paul Merson leave the show after a dance-off against JB Gill.

Reflecting on his experience, Paul said: "It's been really good. For anybody I talk to, I would say you've got to go on this show. It's amazing - everybody. There's a Tottenham fan over there called Lincoln, and he's nice! ".

Chris and Dianne performed first on Strictly(Image: BBC)

Praising his dance partner, Karen Hauer, he added: "It's been amazing, honestly, amazing. I loved every minute of it, I've had a great teacher. She's been amazing, absolutely amazing, and I couldn't wish for a better coach."

"I've loved every minute of it. I can dance now. I won because I can dance. I couldn't dance before, but I can half dance now. It's a bonus, absolute bonus."