Strictly Come Dancing Judges Face Backlash for Over-Scoring Controversy

Celebrities Deliver Dance Routines

Week five of Strictly Come Dancing saw the 12 remaining celebrities hit the dance floor in a bid to win the Glitterball trophy. Jamie Borthwick and Michelle Tsiakkas impressed with a near-perfect Paso Doble, landing them on the leaderboard's top spot.

Controversial Scoring Sparks Outrage

However, fans were quick to criticize the judges' scoring, with many feeling that certain dances, including Wynne Evans and Katya Jones's quickstep, were over-scored. Comments flooded social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) expressing disbelief at the judges' decisions.

Fans Express Discontent

Viewers took to social media to voice their frustration, with some accusing the judges of favoritism towards certain contestants like Jamie Borthwick. Many highlighted inconsistencies in scoring between male and female contestants, sparking debates online.

Inconsistent and Unfair Scoring

One fan pointed out that this season of Strictly Come Dancing has seen some of the most inconsistent and unfair scoring, with discrepancies between performances and judges' feedback. The controversy has left fans questioning the transparency and fairness of the competition.