Strictly Come Dancing spoilers follow.
Strictly Come Dancing has aired the third elimination of the series, with Chris Robshaw becoming the latest celebrity to leave the competition. Tonight's result show saw the former England rugby captain and his professional partner Nadiya Bychkova back in the Bottom Two, alongside Balvinder Sopal and pro Julian Caillon.
Both couples performed their week four routines again before the judges decided who to save. Balvinder and Julian danced their Paso Doble to 'Diablo Rojo' by Rodrigo y Gabriela, and Chris and Nadiya showcased a Salsa to 'Maria' by Ricky Martin.
Head Judge Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke voted to save Chris and Nadiya, while Motsi Mabuse chose to save Balvinder and Julian.
However, this week's casting vote was bestowed upon Craig Revel Horwood, whose decision to save Balvinder and Julian saw them survive their second dance-off in a row.
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Reflecting on his Strictly journey, Chris told host Tess Daly: "I've loved it. I've had an amazing partner. For me, coming onto this journey, I had no confidence. To be told I had world-class qualities on the dancefloor today, even though we have to go home, that's amazing to hear so thank you very much. It's given me such confidence."
He added: "To my partner Nadiya, I'm sorry. But it's been an amazing journey, she's been a brilliant teacher, I've developed so much, and it's been a great ride - so thank you."
Meanwhile, Nadiya was equally complimentary about her partner, highlighting the skills Chris developed while learning to dance.
"Chris, I have had a few wonderful weeks with you and I saw all the qualities that made you the captain of your country. To watch you [go] from a non-dancer and non-performer [to then] blossom, improve and develop," she shared.
"Sometimes on this show you win by getting a glitterball, but I feel this year I won just getting you as my partner. So, thank you so much."
Next Saturday (25 October) will see the twelve remaining celebrities taking on Icons Week, followed by a special guest performance from award-winning actor Rachel Zegler on Sunday night.
Strictly Come Dancing airs on Saturdays on BBC One, while spin-off Strictly: It Takes Two airs on weeknights on BBC Two. Both shows are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
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