Introduction

In a shocking turn of events, the first elimination of this season's *Strictly Come Dancing* has been leaked online, and it has left fans furious. The first dance-off saw popular contestants Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones landing at the bottom of the leaderboard, earning just 30 points from the judges for their performances, despite Anton Du Beke praising their Jive as '1,000 times better' than their earlier Tango. Close behind were former footballer Paul Merson and his partner Karen Hauer, who managed 32 points.

Top Performers

On the opposite end, Tasha Ghouri and Aljaz Skorjanec delivered a stunning Viennese Waltz set to Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Their performance wowed audiences and judges alike, leading them to score an impressive 65 points overall. They were followed closely by Sarah Hadland and Vito Coppola with their combined score of 62.

Fan Reactions

However, when the identities of the first celebrity to be axed hit social media, it ignited a firestorm of discontent among *Strictly* fans. Tweets flooded in expressing disbelief and outrage. One user vented, "I genuinely don’t think I’ve ever been more pissed off if I’m being honest. Heads will roll. #StrictlySpoiler." Another tweeted, "Very cruel week one boot," as fans lamented what they felt was an unjust outcome. "The way my heart dropped reading that #strictlyspoiler," remarked one distraught follower.

Nick Knowles' Injury

In more dramatic news, contestant Nick Knowles nearly faced early elimination himself after injuring his arm while changing a tyre on his car. The 62-year-old DIY SOS host shared a video on Instagram showcasing his arm in a makeshift sling, recounting his anxious wait for medical clearance to perform. "I had my little boy in the car, so I wanted to change the tyre as quickly as possible. In the process, I managed to damage my shoulder and arm a little," he explained. Fortunately, after receiving a green light from doctors, Nick was determined to hit the dance floor.

Nick's Determination

A source close to the show revealed that despite his injury, Nick and his partner Luba Mushtuk were eager to perform, even planning to incorporate a lift into their routine. "Now that he was cleared to perform, he was determined to come out all guns blazing," the source disclosed. Nick's persistence stems from his desire to avoid a sympathy vote, and he was thrilled to return to rehearsals at Elstree after nearly being sidelined.

Conclusion

As the controversy grows and tensions rise among fans, one thing is certain: this season of *Strictly Come Dancing* has only just begun, and it’s already delivering unexpected twists and emotional rollercoasters! What will happen next? Stay tuned!