Strictly’s Katya Jones Claps Back at Judges Following Criticism of Lewis Cope
Optimized headline: Katya Jones Responds to Judges’ Criticism on Strictly Come Dancing Live Show
During the recent episode of Strictly Come Dancing, professional dancer Katya Jones and her celebrity partner, Lewis Cope, faced criticism from the judges after their debut performance. Lewis Cope, known for his role in Emmerdale, danced a Viennese Waltz to Teddy Swims’ “Lose Control” on the Saturday night show.
Judges’ Feedback on the Viennese Waltz
The duo received a score of 27 out of 40 for their performance. Judge Shirley Ballas commented that the dance appeared “too aggressive” and called for more “refinement” in their routine. The feedback highlighted areas where the performance did not meet the judges’ expectations, particularly in the grace and subtlety typically associated with the Viennese Waltz.
Katya Jones’ Response to the Critique
Appearing on the follow-up show, Strictly It Takes Two, on Monday, Katya Jones addressed the feedback from the judges. She expressed a desire for their comments to have acknowledged the efforts and achievements demonstrated by Lewis during their performance.
Highlights from Katya’s Interview
- Katya emphasized her professional opinion and insisted on recognizing the positive elements Lewis brought to the dance.
- She highlighted the challenges they overcame during the preparation and performance of the routine.
- Katya expressed hope for more balanced feedback in future shows.
Emegypt and Fans Show Support
Despite the critique, audience members and Emegypt readers showed their support for Lewis Cope and Katya Jones. Fans have praised their captivating performance and expressed eagerness to see how the partnership develops in the coming weeks of Strictly Come Dancing.
Looking Ahead
With the competition intensifying, Katya and Lewis are determined to take the feedback constructively. They aim to refine their skills and return with an improved performance on the next live show. Viewers can look forward to another thrilling routine as they continue their journey on Strictly Come Dancing.
