Tom Dean's shock exit from Strictly Come Dancing didn't go unnoticed by co-star Jamie Borthwick who couldn't resist a cheeky dig at the Olympic swimmer.The 24 year old athlete and his dance partner Nadiya Bychkova were voted off after finding themselves up against Toyah Willcox and Neil Jones in a gripping dance-off.
Posting on Instagram, Tom shared his feelings: "Coming straight from the Paris 2024 Olympics into Strictly Come Dancing has been a whirlwind but I'm so so proud.The journey may have ended a little earlier than I hoped and of course I am so gutted, but I'm so grateful for all the amazing people I met, people I'll be cheering on throughout and who I know will continue to smash it." "And to my brilliant partner @nadiyabychkova, thank you so much for everything.
You've been an amazing teacher and to have danced alongside you has been an absolute privilege. Over and out Strictly! You've been an absolute blast x." Amidst the flood of supportive messages, Strictly's very own Katya Jones expressed her disappointment: "So gutted for you and Nadiya." Nadiya herself added a heartfelt comment as well: "So proud of you partner.
You showed everyone the heart of an Olympic champion. I wish it could have lasted longer but it has been a wonderful few weeks." And TV presenter Zoe Ball chimed in with her support saying, "be proud Tom.
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