Dancing On Ice's Claire Sweeney became the latest star to quit the series after ending up in the dreaded skate-off with Lou Sanders on Sunday.
The 52-year-old soap star, despite dislocating a rib during rehearsals, took to the rink for a burlesque performance where she skated and sang live.
After the skate-off, judges Ashley Banjo, Oti Mabus, Jayne Torville and Christopher Dean announced that they wanted to save the “strongest skater.”
The Corrie actress was criticized earlier in the show for spending too much time off the ice while lifting.
The packed show also featured a shocking twist when presenter Holly Willoughby announced there would be a shocking double eviction next week.
Dancing On Ice's Claire Sweeney became the latest star to quit the series after ending up in the dreaded skate-off with Lou Sanders on Sunday (pictured with pro partner Colin Grafton).
The 52-year-old soap star, despite dislocating a rib during rehearsals, took to the rink for a burlesque performance where she skated and sang live (pictured: Lou Sanders).
Dancing On Ice week 3 rankings
1. Amber Davies and Simon Senecal – 34
2. Miles Nazaire and Vanessa Bauer – 31.5
3. Greg Rutherford and Vanessa James – May 30th
4. Adele Roberts and Mark Hanretty – 30
5. Ryan Thomas and Amani Fancy – 29
6. Eddie the Eagle and Vicky Ogden – May 28th
7. Roxy Shahidi and Sylvain Longchambon – 26
8. Lou Sanders and Brendyn Hatfield – May 24th
9. Ricky Norwood and Annette Dytrt – 214
10. Claire Sweeney and Colin Grafton – 23.5 – EXCLUDED
Claire gushed about her “incredible” time in the competition and how proud she was to have eight-year-old son Jaxon in the audience.
Adele Roberts opened the show, which saw contestants perform dances from around the world, as she took to the rink with her pro partner Mark Hanretty for a Charleston-inspired performance.
The former DJ, who wore a 1920s-inspired ensemble, scored an impressive 30 out of a possible 40 points as all four judges awarded her 7.5 points.
Full of compliments, Oti gushed: “I loved it, what a brilliant way to open the show.”
While Christopher added: “I'm impressed with the step count and pace, no one else can do that!”
Next Made In Chelsea's Miles Nazaire was thrown out of his comfort zone as he and Vanessa Bauer performed a ballet on the ice, earning him 30.5 points for his efforts.
Adele Roberts opened the show, which saw contestants perform dances from around the world, as she took to the rink with her pro partner Mark Hanretty for a Charleston-inspired performance
The former DJ, who put together a 1920s-inspired ensemble, achieved an impressive 30 out of a possible 40 points as all four judges awarded him 7.5 points each
The former DJ, who wore a 1920s-inspired ensemble, scored an impressive 30 out of a possible 40 points as all four judges awarded her 7.5 points
Next Made In Chelsea's Miles Nazaire was thrown out of his comfort zone as he and Vanessa Bauer performed a ballet on the ice, earning him 30.5 points for his efforts
The incredible routine included impressive exercises
Miles received the highest score of the series so far as judge Ashley praised his amazing skills despite having no professional dance training
Miles achieved the highest score of the series so far, with judge Ashley commenting on his amazing skills despite having no professional dance training.
Meanwhile, Chris said: “Who would have thought there was one [Rudolf] Nureyev is lurking in there?'.
As Miles looked on in confusion, the judge informed him, “He was a very famous ballet dancer.”
Lou was next in line after viewers again claimed last week that she had been deliberately underrated by the judges and labeled the series a “fix”.
The comedian looked stunning as she hit the rink in a feathered dress with pro partner Brendyn Hatfield.
Oti scored a respectable 6.5, followed by Ashley, Christopher and Jayne, who all gave the funny woman a 6, earning her a 24.5 – her highest score in the competition to date.
Lou Sanders was next in line after viewers again claimed last week that she had been deliberately underscored by the judges
The comedian looked stunning as she hit the rink in a feathered dress with pro partner Brendyn Hatfield
Oti gave her a 6.5, followed by Ashley, Christopher and Jayne, who all gave the funny woman a 6, earning her 24.5 out of 40, her highest score in the competition so far
Addressing the scoring drama, Ashley said: “Credit to you, you really deserved your high score, it was really nice to see.”
While Oti added: “Keep up the good work because you are now officially on the right track!”.
Fourth went to Amber Davies, who gave Miles the highest score in the series as she and Simon Proulx-Sénécal scored a whopping 34 points for their cha-cha.
During the dance, the Love Island star was thrown into the air and expertly completed a series of complicated lifts.
Presenter Holly exclaimed: “You did it again, that was brave. “You’re always so brave, what you do out there, it’s unbelievable.”
Amber, who looked sensational in a skimpy and sparkly flamenco dress, giggled: “I'm a bit of a daredevil.”
Fourth went to Amber Davies, who took the highest series score from Miles when she and Simon Proulx-Sénécal scored a whopping 34 points for their Cha-Cha
During the dance, the Love Island star was thrown into the air and expertly completed a series of complicated lifts
Presenter Holly exclaimed: “You did it again, that was brave. You’re always so brave, what you do out there is incredible.”
Amber, who looked sensational in a skimpy and sparkly flamenco dress, giggled: “I'm a bit of a daredevil.”
Ricky Norwood dismissed reports that he had threatened to quit after a heated argument with pro partner Annette Dytrt as a traditional German Schuhplattler, complete with lederhosen.
Although the routine, featuring a yodeling version of YMCA, was a huge hit with the studio audience, it received a disappointing 23.5 out of 40 rating.
As the crowd booed, Holly reminded the former EastEnders actor that it was his highest score in the competition to date.
Jayne told the actor: “I didn't think it would work but it did and it made me smile, you've improved so much from last week.”
Her soap co-star Claire Sweeney was next due to take to the stage for a burlesque performance, but during the VT she revealed she had sustained an injury during rehearsals.
Ricky Norwood dismissed reports that he had threatened to quit after a heated argument with pro partner Annette Dytrt as a traditional German Schuhplattler, complete with lederhosen
Although the routine, featuring a yodeling version of YMCA, was a huge hit with the studio audience, it received a disappointing 23.5 out of 40 rating
As the crowd booed, Holly reminded the former EastEnders actor that it was his highest score in the competition to date
Her soap co-star Claire Sweeney was next due to take to the stage for a burlesque performance, but during the VT she revealed she had sustained an injury during rehearsals
Despite her dislocated shoulder, Claire both skated and performed live, proclaiming, “Nothing is stopping me.”
However, the judges weren't as impressed and gave it a score of 23.5. They said she needed to “skate more” after spending too much time in the air while lifting
A source previously told Web: “Last week the feedback from the judges was that they wanted to see more speed and more daring, which Claire accepted.”
“She really wanted to push herself this week, but she pushed herself a little too hard and dislocated her shoulder and hurt her ribs.”
Despite her dislocated shoulder, Claire skated and sang live, proclaiming, “Nothing is stopping me.”
However, the judges weren't as impressed and gave it a score of 23.5. They said she needed to “skate more” after spending too much time in the air while lifting.
Then it was Ryan Thomas' turn, but due to his partner Amani Fancy's illness he had to rehearse his hot tango with judge Oti.
Back on her feet, the pro joined Ryan on the ice as temperatures soared with the routine, which even saw it rain in the studio.
Then it was Ryan Thomas' turn, but due to his partner Amani Fancy's illness he had to rehearse his hot tango with judge Oti
. Back on her feet, the pro joined Ryan on the ice as temperatures soared with the routine, which even saw it rain in the studio
The dance scored 29 out of 40 possible points for the couple
The dance scored 29 out of 40 possible points for the couple.
Eddie The Eagle impressed again as he performed a jungle-inspired jive and ran away with a score of 28.5.
However, not everything went according to plan and the former Olympian almost stumbled, which the sharp-eyed judges quickly noticed:
Jayne said: “There was a moment,” before cheekily quipping: “But we didn't see it.”
Roxy Shahidi from Emmerdale then fulfilled a lifelong dream and learned to belly dance for her performance.
Pro partner Brendyn Hatfield went shirtless as she showed off his abs while lifting the soap star for a series of impressive exercises.
Judge Ashley described the performance as “incredible” and gave Roxy 26 out of 40, her highest score to date.
Eddie The Eagle impressed again as he performed a jungle-inspired jive and ran away with a score of 28.5
However, not everything went according to plan and the former Olympian almost stumbled, which the sharp-eyed judges quickly noticed
Jayne said: “There was a moment,” before cheekily quipping: “But we didn't see it.”
Roxy Shahidi from Emmerdale then fulfilled a lifelong dream and learned to belly dance for her performance
Pro partner Brendyn Hatfield went shirtless as she showed off his abs while lifting the soap star for a series of impressive exercises
Judge Ashley described the performance as “incredible” and gave Roxy 26 out of 40, her highest score to date
And finally, Greg Rutherford was there with a salsa as he returned to the rink with his partner Vanessa James after she injured herself on the ice before last week's show
Despite the fall, the duo were full of confidence for the show, which host Oti described as “sexy and sensual” and praised the chemistry between the pair
Despite the fall, the duo were full of confidence for the show, which host Oti described as “sexy and sensual” and praised the chemistry between the pair
Greg joined a host of other celebs in scoring his highest score yet with 30.5
And finally, Greg Rutherford was there with a salsa as he returned to the rink with his partner Vanessa James after she injured herself on the ice before last week's show.
Despite the fall, the duo were full of confidence for the show, which host Oti described as “sexy and sensual” and praised the chemistry between the pair.
Greg joined a host of other celebs in scoring his highest score yet with 30.5.
DANCING ON ICE: MEET THE 2024 PARTICIPANTS
RICKY HATTON
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: Former professional boxer
WHAT DID HE SAY? “If I can keep my nerve in the boxing ring, I should be able to keep my nerve in the rink.”
HANNAH SPEARRITT
AGE: 42
PROFESSION: SINGER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm really looking forward to learning a new skill. “It's so easy to live a comfortable life and that aspect of variety is very appealing.”
GREG RUTHERFORD
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Athlete
WHAT DID HE SAY? “I like challenges and I needed a reason to go out and do things again and here we are.” “I want to perform something that hasn't been done before, that's my goal.”
Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards
AGE: 59
OCCUPATION: OLYMPIC SKI JUMPER
WHAT DID HE SAY? “Dancing on Ice is a show I've always wanted to do. “It's a challenge that I think I'll enjoy!”
RICKY NORWOOD
AGE: 40
OCCUPATION: EastEnders star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “It comes at such a great time in life.” I can’t skate at all! “No rehearsals yet, I just did physical therapy to strengthen the body.”
RYAN THOMAS
AGE: 39
OCCUPATION: Corrie star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “Everyone keeps asking me, 'Are you doing this?' I've told everyone!'
CLAIRE SWEENEY
AGE: 52
OCCUPATION: ACTRESS
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm entering the unknown here.” I don't know how I'll feel. But I'm very excited.'
AMBER DAVIES
AGE: 26
OCCUPATION: WEST END STAR
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I would definitely say I'm an adrenaline junkie, but as I get older I get more and more nervous and I hope I can keep it in check.”
MILES NAZAIRE
AGE: 27
PROFESSION: REALITY STAR
WHAT DID HE SAY? “I’ve always loved dancing but it’s usually on the dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult.”
LOU SANDERS
AGE: 37
PROFESSION: COMEDIAN
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm afraid of hitting my head, or just smashing my old head in.” “I can't afford to lose any more brain cells.”
ADELE ROBERTS
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: RADIO HOST
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “For me it means putting everything on hold”! I think the hardest part is putting myself out there because I usually hide.
ROXY SHAHIDI
AGE: 40
OCCUPATION: Emmerdale star
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I can’t skate. I haven't actually said anything to anyone, but mostly because I'm so nervous about it!'