BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell's sweet message to Chris McCausland 'uncovered'

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Chris McCausland and partner Dianne Buswell captivated audiences with their Couple's Choice performance to John Lennon's Instant Karma! (We All Shine On) during Strictly Come Dancing's Saturday show.

The pair shone a light on Chris's journey, aiming to inspire viewers with his resilience and spirit. In the VT prior to dancing, Chris admitted: "It actually becomes easier when you can't see anything. It wasn't sad, it was just the way it was."

Opening up about his previous apprehensions towards Strictly, he shared: "I was asked to do strictly a few times but said no because I was scared," but his perspective shifted as he acknowledged his potential to motivate others by saying, "selfish to say no", reports the Mirror.

Their emotive dance, which featured a blackout segment to simulate Chris's experience, was met with high praise from both the judges and television viewers. Post-dance, an emotional exchange was witnessed as Dianne hugged Chris, affirming her pride in whispered words: "I'm so proud of you."

While the public praised Chris's inspiring turn on the dance floor, predictions came in from Darren Stanton, a behavioural expert, suggesting that Wynne Evans and Chris McCausland might be at risk of landing in the bottom two ahead of the live show.

Speaking for Betfair Slots, he highlighted Wynne's vulnerability, stating: "With Wynne and Katya, they have a very unique relationship. They do have a very strong dynamic, and their rapport is no doubt good - they are both perfectionists. They have strong eye contact but I've noticed at times when they get feedback from judges, Wynne can be ever so slightly separate, as if he's taking it upon himself, and the ego is kicking in."

"I think he sometimes sees himself as more of a single entity rather than being part of a team, he can be quite vocal with the judges. I'm not seeing the same degree of them being tactile, or great eye contact, and we're not seeing a very strong rapport demonstrated between them, and I think they could be at risk of going home this weekend."

On the other hand, Darren is convinced Chris will face difficulties, remarking: "For Chris and Dianne, I think they have reached the stage in the competition where it's gone beyond judges being able to look past mistakes, with technical ability, rapport and connection the most important. Although Chris has done miraculously well throughout the competition, I think this week may be his time to go. He will struggle as the demands become more technical."

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