BBC Strictly's Wynne Evans could face 'consequences' over result reaction

Wynne Evans might have to face the 'consequences' of landing in Strictly Come Dancing's latest dance-off. The opera singer found himself in the dreaded bottom two for the first time with his professional dance partner Katya Jones over the weekend.

The duo made it through to week eight of the BBC One dance contest, and therefore, on Saturday night (November 9), they took to the dance floor where Wynne was commended for improving his footwork following his performance of an American Smooth to Grace Kelly by Mika.

They were awarded 32 points and surprised with a video from singer Mika, who wished them well. However, Wynne and Katya then had to battle for their place in week nine of Strictly's 20th-anniversary series, which also happens to be the annual Blackpool special.

They faced off against Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu with both couples having to reprise their performances from the live show, including Shayne and Nancy with their rumba to Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper.

After both couples had danced a second time, the judges delivered their verdicts: Craig Revel Horwood chose to save Shayne and Nancy, as did Motsi, while Anton Du Beke chose to save Wynne and Katya. With two votes in favour of Shayne and Nancy, the decision came down to head judge Shirley, who decided to save Wynne and Katya.

A body language expert has suggested that the recently departed Strictly couple will feel the absence of each other's presence, with Darren Stanton observing that Wynne appeared to be 'suppressing his feelings' and seemed 'distanced' while awaiting the results, reported Manchester Evening News.

Speaking for Betfair Slots, Darren noted: "Prior to the result, it was a very tense moment for both couples. Shayne and Nancy were standing close together and used tactile behaviour to comfort and reassure each other as they were waiting to hear. Although they were told they would be leaving the show, they both demonstrated how close they had become over the weeks of working together and building their relationship. When they were told they were leaving, Shayne was gutted. He immediately wrapped his arms around Nancy, resulting in a deep hug. This shows us they will miss being in each other's company."

He further commented: "As we see Wynne and Katya waiting for the result, Wynne has his hands behind his back. It comes across as the couple feeling distanced and emotionally separated. Wynne is suppressing his feelings, he doesn't want to show any ounce of vulnerability.

"While he has been saved, this could be one of his downfalls and lead to future consequences. For couples to go a long way in the competition, they need to accept their flaws and mistakes to build on their strengths."