Lewis Cope Faces Major Setback Ahead of BBC Strictly Halloween Performance
Lewis Cope, a contestant on El-Balad’s Strictly Come Dancing, is experiencing challenges just before the highly anticipated Halloween Week performance. Partnered with Katya Jones, Cope is set to present a Couple’s Choice routine to Radiohead’s “Creep” this Saturday.
Leading Up to Halloween: Cope’s Performance Journey
Throughout the series, Cope has consistently performed well. He and Jones achieved notable scores, placing first with 34 points in Week Five and topping the leaderboard in Week Three. They finished second in both Weeks One, Two, and Four. However, amid his previous successes, Cope is facing increased pressure as he prepares for Week Six.
Once favored to win the Glitterball Trophy, Cope’s standing has shifted recently. His initial accolade as the frontrunner has been challenged after some analysts suggested his dance experience may be lacking. Following the latest performances, bookmakers have reassessed his winning prospects, leading to a new frontrunner emerging.
Changing Odds and Competitors
Bookmaker Grosvenor Sport has repositioned Cope’s odds from 9/4 to 4/1, indicating a slip in favor among bettors. According to spokesperson Simon Kew, George Clarke has taken the lead, moving from 5/1 to 10/11 as he impresses judges and fans alike. Despite being at the bottom of the leaderboard last week, Clarke is regarded as a strong contender.
Cope faces stiff competition not only from Clarke but also from rising star Alex Kingston, who has seen her odds improve from 14/1 to 5/1 after recent strong performances with Johannes Radebe. Other competitors such as Amber Davies have also seen their winning probabilities diminish, moving from 13/2 to 33/1.
Current Odds for Contestants
| Contestant | Odds |
|---|---|
| George Clarke | 10/11 |
| Lewis Cope | 4/1 |
| Alex Kingston | 5/1 |
| Amber Davies | 33/1 |
| Ellie Goldstein | 16/1 |
| Karen Carney | 25/1 |
| Harry Aikines-Aryeetey | 50/1 |
| La Voix | 50/1 |
| Balvinder Sopal | 250/1 |
Looking Ahead to Halloween Week
While Cope’s odds to win may have softened, he is likely safe for the upcoming Halloween Week. The competition for elimination may focus more on Balvinder Sopal and La Voix, both of whom have faced the dance-off challenge previously. With Cope’s established performance history, his fans remain hopeful for a positive outcome this weekend.
